Which airport should I fly into for Shāhābād?

For long-haul and international flights, Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) is the main gateway near Shāhābād. The closest airport, Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Shāhābād?

The nearest is about 85 mi (136 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Shāhābād?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Shāhābād

The closest airports to Shāhābād, India: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Shāhābād, India is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), about 85 mi (136 km) away — roughly 1 hr 58 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
LKO	Chaudhary Charan Singh International AirportLucknow, India	85 mi / 136 km	1 hr 58 min	International
DHI	Dhangarhi AirportDhangarhi, Nepal	86 mi / 139 km	2 hr	Regional
KNU	Kanpur AirportKanpur, India	91 mi / 146 km	2 hr 7 min	Regional
XMG	Mahendranagar AirportMahendranagar, Nepal	92 mi / 148 km	2 hr 8 min	Regional
TPU	Tikapur AirportTikapur, Nepal	95 mi / 153 km	2 hr 13 min	Regional
PGH	Pantnagar AirportPantnagar, India	100 mi / 161 km	2 hr 20 min	Regional
KEP	Nepalgunj AirportNepalgunj, Nepal	110 mi / 177 km	2 hr 33 min	Regional
SKH	Surkhet AirportSurkhet, Nepal	122 mi / 197 km	2 hr 51 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) is the most convenient at about 85 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Shāhābād. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with LKO.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near LKO saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Shāhābād is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), about 85 mi (136 km) away — roughly 1 hr 58 min by road.