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Cheap flights to Amritsar
Return flights from the UK to Amritsar (ATQ) from £459 per person, including taxes. Call our experts for today's best fare.
Finding cheap flights to Amritsar
Amritsar is home to the Golden Temple and the airport most Punjabi families in the UK fly home to, for Jalandhar, Gurdaspur, Tarn Taran and the Doaba villages.
Flights from UK airports to Amritsar
We book flights to Amritsar from Birmingham, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow. Flying from your nearest airport can save the trip to London, and we compare it with London fares so you can see the difference.
Arriving in Amritsar
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) is about 11 kilometres north-west of Amritsar, usually 20 to 30 minutes by road from the Golden Temple and the old city. It is the closest airport for Jalandhar, around 90 minutes away, and for Gurdaspur, Tarn Taran, Batala and the villages of the Doaba.
Direct and one-stop flights
Air India has flown non-stop to Amritsar from Birmingham and London, though schedules change between seasons, so we check what is running on your dates. Otherwise most travellers connect through Delhi with Air India or IndiGo, or through Doha with Qatar Airways. A one-stop fare is often cheaper and can still get you there in 12 to 14 hours.
Baggage allowance
Many fares to Amritsar include one or two checked bags. If you change planes in Delhi on separate tickets, you may need to collect your bags and check in again, so we book the whole journey on one ticket wherever we can.
Best time to fly to Amritsar
October to March is the most comfortable time to visit. December and January can bring thick morning fog that delays flights into North India, so leave time for connections. The wedding season from November to February, Vaisakhi in April and Diwali are the busiest and most expensive weeks.
Visas and entry
British passport holders need a visa for India. Most visitors apply for an Indian e-Visa online before travel, using the official Indian government website. If you hold an OCI card, you can travel on that with your passport. Entry rules can change, so check the GOV.UK foreign travel advice before you book and again before you fly.
Tips for booking
The wedding season from November to February and Vaisakhi in April are the busiest times. If Amritsar is full, flying into Delhi and taking the train or a short domestic flight can work out cheaper.
Airlines we book to Amritsar
We regularly book Air India, Qatar Airways and IndiGo. Tell us your preferred airline, or let us find the best value on your dates.
- Airport
- Amritsar (ATQ)
- Flying time
- about 8.5 hours
- Return fares from
- £459
- Country
- India
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How long is the flight from London to Amritsar?
A non-stop flight from London to Amritsar takes about 8.5 hours. One-stop routes take longer depending on the connection.
Which airlines fly from the UK to Amritsar?
We regularly book Air India, Qatar Airways and IndiGo to Amritsar.
Which UK airports have flights to Amritsar?
We book flights to Amritsar from Birmingham, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow, and other UK airports on request.
Are there direct flights from Birmingham to Amritsar?
Air India has run non-stop flights from Birmingham to Amritsar, but the schedule changes. We check whether they run on your dates and compare them with one-stop fares.
How far is Amritsar airport from the Golden Temple?
About 11 kilometres, usually 20 to 30 minutes by road.
Does winter fog affect flights to Amritsar?
It can. In December and January, morning fog sometimes delays flights in North India. We leave sensible connection times when we book.
How do I book cheap flights to Amritsar with XcessFly?
Call us on 07368652169 or send your dates on WhatsApp. A travel expert finds the best fare to Amritsar, confirms it with you and issues your e-ticket.