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Gorakhpur Airport Guide

Travel information for Gorakhpur Airport — nearest Indian airport to Lumbini (birthplace of Lord Buddha, Nepal) and gateway to Eastern Uttar Pradesh.

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Airport Quick Facts

Airport Name
Gorakhpur Airport (Mahayogi Gorakhnath)
IATA Code
GOP
City / State
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
Distance to Lumbini
~120 km (Nepal border)
Known For
Buddhist pilgrimage gateway
Type
Civil-military airport

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Getting to the Airport

Location & Access

Gorakhpur Airport is a civil-military airport located about 9 km from the city center. It serves Eastern UP and is the closest Indian airport to Lumbini, Nepal (about 120 km via the Sunauli border crossing).

  • App-based cabs and auto-rickshaws from the city
  • Gorakhpur Junction Railway Station is a major railhead (10 km)
  • Nearest to Lumbini, Nepal (~120 km via Sunauli/Belahiya border)
  • Kushinagar (Buddha's Parinirvana site) is 50 km away

For departures: Allow 90 minutes before domestic flights.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the airport code for Gorakhpur?

The IATA code is GOP. The airport is officially named Mahayogi Gorakhnath Airport.

Can I reach Lumbini (Nepal) from Gorakhpur Airport?

Yes. Lumbini is about 120 km from Gorakhpur. You can take a taxi or bus via the Sunauli/Belahiya border crossing (about 3 hours).

Which airlines fly from Gorakhpur?

IndiGo and SpiceJet operate regular flights connecting Gorakhpur to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Lucknow.

Is Gorakhpur Airport expanding?

Yes. The airport has undergone significant expansion including a new terminal building under the UDAN regional connectivity scheme.

About Gorakhpur Airport

Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) serves Eastern Uttar Pradesh and is the nearest Indian airport to Lumbini, Nepal — the birthplace of Lord Buddha. It connects to major Indian cities and is growing under the UDAN scheme.

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