The Indian state of Mizoram currently has only one operational airport, the Lengpui Airport, 30 km from the state capital Aizawl. The airport is connected to several prominent Indian cities like Delhi, Guwahati and Kolkata. An airport was proposed to be built at Lunglei in the southern part of Mizoram to improve connectivity in the hilly state, with planned site at Vuakmual Airport. [1] [2] There are several helipads in the state used by regional helicopter companies to facilitate tourists.
The list includes the airports in Mizoram with their respective ICAO and IATA codes. [3]
| Sl. no. | Location in Mizoram | Airport name | ICAO | IATA | Operator | Category | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aizawl | Lengpui Airport | VELP | AJL | Airports Authority of India | Domestic | Commercial |
| 2 | Lunglei | Vuakmual Airport | — | — | Government of Mizoram | Domestic (Proposed) | Commercial/Military |
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The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Mizoram:
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