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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Guwahati Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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GAU Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Guwahati Airport.
What to Expect
Guwahati Airport (Code: GAU) has one domestic and one international terminal within a single building. A new sustainable terminal is under construction and scheduled to open in April 2021. A small variety of shops, restaurants, and free Wi-Fi are available to help you pass the time.
Sleeping in Guwahati Airport
We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See locations in the Airport Hotels section below.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Guwahati Airport Guide.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
While it appears that this airport is open 24 hours, as of this update, we could not confirm the airport’s hours of operation. If you know the airport hours, click here to update this airport guide.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Guwahati Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are transit rooms inside the terminal:
- Transit Rooms – Resting rooms are available for transit passengers for approximately ₹1,000 per person. Location: Arrivals area. Limited details are available regarding booking procedures, length of stay, or availability, so it’s advisable to inquire in advance or upon arrival.
For additional options, nearby city hotels are about 30–45 minutes away, depending on traffic. Visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Guwahati, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.
- Primus Lounge – Location: Airside, Domestic Departures, near Gate 2. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (approximately ₹1,200 per person for 2-hour stay) • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards program.
- The Lounge – Location: Airside, Domestic Departures, Ground Floor, near Gate 2. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs • Eligible bank/card partnerships as displayed at entry.
- The Lounge – Location: Airside, Domestic Departures, First Floor. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs.
Drinking Water
Free drinking water stations are available throughout the terminal.
Food & Drinks
Food options are limited. A small number of restaurants and snack outlets operate in the departures area, along with vending machines.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
Free mobile charging points are available in seating areas throughout the terminal. Availability may be limited during busy periods, so carrying a power bank is recommended.
Showers
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WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available for up to 30 minutes. The service may be limited to the Central Concourse area. Access typically requires a mobile number for OTP verification.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs operated by State Bank of India and South India Bank are available inside and outside the terminal. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s withdrawal limits and international transaction charges before travelling.
Baggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available free of charge.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are available in the Arrivals area.
Duty-Free & Shopping – A small selection of souvenir shops and a newsstand are located in the Departures area. Shopping options are limited.
Information Desk – While we cannot confirm the presence of a dedicated Information Desk, a Tourist Information counter is located in Arrivals and may be able to assist with general enquiries.
Medical Services – A First Aid Room is located in the Arrivals area.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this guide.
Smoking – A designated smoking lounge is available. Exact location could not be confirmed.
Buses
Buses serve the airport, but we do not have additional details.
Car Rentals
Car rental services are available on-site.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Taxis are available on-site; you may be able to pre-pay at a taxi counter in the terminal.
Last updated: 2026-02-24
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.