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Khajuraho Airport (HJR)
Khajuraho Airport (HJR) is the main air gateway to Khajuraho and the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, providing convenient access to the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments and nearby attractions. Compare transfer options to Khajuraho town centre, the temple complex and onward destinations across central India.
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About Khajuraho Airport
Khajuraho Airport is the main domestic airport serving Khajuraho and the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh. It provides direct air access to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments, one of India's most important heritage and tourism destinations.
Located approximately 3 to 5 km from Khajuraho town centre, the airport connects travellers with destinations such as Delhi and Varanasi through scheduled domestic services. A new integrated terminal building was inaugurated in January 2016, offering a compact, single-terminal layout with modern passenger facilities.
The airport is connected to the town by taxis, auto-rickshaws, hotel transfers and road links, with typical journeys to the temple complex taking around 10 to 15 minutes. Khajuraho Railway Station provides an additional onward travel option for the wider region.
With passenger amenities including a waiting lounge, snack bar, souvenir shop, first aid and accessibility services, the airport serves as a convenient gateway for visitors exploring Khajuraho's temples and nearby attractions such as Panna National Park and Raneh Falls.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Khajuraho Airport operates passenger services through a single integrated terminal building inaugurated in 2016. The terminal handles all domestic arrivals and departures, and there are no scheduled international services, although international charter flights have previously operated during peak tourism periods.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Khajuraho Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Khajuraho Airport to hotels, the temple complex, Khajuraho town centre and other destinations across Madhya Pradesh.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, temple visits, business meetings or sightseeing around Khajuraho and nearby attractions.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Khajuraho Airport for independent travel around Khajuraho and onward journeys to destinations such as Panna National Park and nearby heritage towns.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Khajuraho Airport, hotels, the temple complex and other destinations in the region.
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