About Jorhat
Jorhat is a leading city of the Indian state of Assam and is commonly known as the cultural capital of upper Assam. The city is also historically significant as the final capital of the Ahom Kingdom, which ruled the region for almost 600 years. Jorhat today is a perfect combination of tradition and modernity, and Assamese heritage is evident in its institutions, festivals and in its day-to-day life. The city is also a major learning centre, with renowned institutions that draw students from across the northeastern region.
Jorhat is surrounded by fertile plains and rich tea gardens, making it a major hub of India's tea industry. It is also close to the Brahmaputra River and other significant ecological sites like Majuli, the largest river island in the world, and contributes to its strategic and tourism value. The city is also a key entry point to Upper Assam and other neighbouring states, which facilitates commercial operations, administration, and connectivity to the region by air, rail, and road.
Jorhat Airport information
Rowriah Airport, also referred to as Jorhat Airport (JRH), is an important airport linking the upper Assam to the major metropolitan cities in India. The airport is managed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), and it serves both civilian and defence aviation, being a significant logistical centre in the northeastern part of the country. It supports the routine domestic flight operations, which allow a smooth travelling of business travellers, tourists and the residents of the surrounding districts.
The airport has the necessary passenger facilities, such as a modern terminal station, simple retail stores, and effective security facilities to facilitate the easy flow. The airport has been enhanced to meet the increasing regional air traffic demand through continuous upgrades and operational improvements to enhance its capacity and service standards. It is also strategically placed to serve the tea estates, industrial centres, and cultural sites in Assam in a better way, which further strengthens the role of Jorhat Airport in the domestic aviation network in India.
- IATA code: JRH
- Address: Rowriah Airport, Jorhat, Assam, India