Which airport should I fly into for Sītāmarhi?

For long-haul and international flights, Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is the main gateway near Sītāmarhi. The closest airport, Janakpur Airport (JKR), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Sītāmarhi?

The nearest is about 28 mi (45 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 Sītāmarhi?

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 Sītāmarhi

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

The nearest airport to Sītāmarhi, India is Janakpur Airport (JKR), about 28 mi (45 km) away — roughly 54 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
JKR	Janakpur AirportJanakpur, Nepal	28 mi / 45 km	54 min	Regional
DBR	Darbhanga AirportDarbhanga, India	38 mi / 61 km	1 hr 8 min	Regional
SIF	Simara AirportSimara, Nepal	50 mi / 81 km	1 hr 30 min	Regional
RHP	Ramechhap AirportRamechhap, Nepal	65 mi / 105 km	1 hr 57 min	Regional
PAT	Lok Nayak Jayaprakash AirportPatna, India	73 mi / 118 km	1 hr 42 min	Regional
KTM	Tribhuvan International AirportKathmandu, Nepal	76 mi / 123 km	1 hr 47 min	International
RJB	Rajbiraj AirportRajbiraj, Nepal	78 mi / 126 km	1 hr 49 min	Regional
RUM	Rumjatar AirportRumjatar, Nepal	81 mi / 131 km	1 hr 54 min	Regional

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Janakpur Airport (JKR) is the most convenient at about 28 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) (76 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

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 Sītāmarhi. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with JKR.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near JKR 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 Sītāmarhi is Janakpur Airport (JKR), about 28 mi (45 km) away — roughly 54 min by road.