Zaruki International Airport (Shillong Airport) Meghalaya

There are 446 airport and airstrips in INDIA, of which Airport Authority of India manages 137 it also provides with air traffic management.

Where is Zaruki International Airport located?

Zaruki international airport or Shillong airport is located in Meghalaya and is near to umroi (30 km) at an elevation AMSL 0f 2190 ft (0.67 km).

History of Zaruki Airport

It is also known as Umroi airport and became operational in the 1970's. It was upgraded in 2011 with expansion of runway.

In 2019 D G C A approved the operation of flights under UDAN Scheme with a daily flight to Kolkata. But unfortunately a further expansion of airport cannot be done due to huge amount of investment of around 8000 crores. It was difficult for state authorities to expand the airport at this level of investment. 

The zaruki airport is known for the geographical location and beauty of its surrounding hills.

Facilities at Zaruki International Airport

This airport provides various facilities to the passengers to make their journey convenient

·        ATM facilities at airport

·        Helpdesk for passengers

·        Trolley for baggage

·        Restaurant for trying various cuisines

Places to Visit near Airport

·        Umiam Lake

Umiam Lake is a manmade lake created due to construction of a dam over Umiam River. It is also known as Barapani lake in this area and is on the way to Shillong airport form Umroi.

·        Shillong is also famous for Waterfalls

There are several waterfalls in this area the most famous waterfalls near Shillong city are elephant waterfall, bishop waterfall, and spread eagle waterfall

·        Laitkor Peak

Another most important place to visit near shilling is the famous, Shillong view point the Laitkor peak you can view the mesmerizing view of Shillong city from this hilltop with different peak viewpoints installed.

·        Lady Hyadri Park

It is one the best place to visit with children as it is a park with very good vegetation and greenery for small picnic spots.