Rupsi Airport (RUP)

Rupsi, IN 🇮🇳 Small Airport

ICAO

VERU

IATA

RUP

Elevation

131 ft

Region

IN-AS

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Airport Information

GPS Code: VERU

Local Code: Not available

Location: 26.141867° N, 89.907892° E

Continent: Asia

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Recent traveler reviews for Rupsi Airport (VERU (RUP)) indicate a generally positive sentiment, especially considering its recent revitalization. Travelers appreciate the convenience and improved connectivity the airport offers to the Lower Assam region and surrounding wildlife attractions. While the airport is noted for its clean, well-maintained, and newly developed infrastructure, some areas like food and retail options, and directional signage, still have room for improvement.

What Travelers Love
  • Convenient Connectivity: Rupsi Airport is highly valued for significantly reducing travel time to Cooch Behar, Kokrajhar, Dhubri, and nearby national parks like Manas National Park, making it a "savior" for local residents and tourists alike.
  • Clean and Well-Maintained: Travelers consistently praise the airport for being very clean and well-maintained, reflecting its relatively new or recently renovated status.
  • Efficient Security and Immigration: Recent data indicates relatively short wait times for both security (around 28-29 minutes) and immigration (around 8 minutes), contributing to a smooth travel experience.
  • Friendly Staff: Reviewers often mention the presence of friendly and helpful staff.
  • Good Road Connectivity: The airport is well-connected by road, with taxis readily available for onward travel to Dhubri town and other destinations, a 20-30 minute ride to Dhubri.
Common Complaints
  • Limited Flight Options: A recurring concern is the limited number of flight options and airlines operating from Rupsi Airport, primarily serving Guwahati and Kolkata with Alliance Air.
  • Lack of Shops and Food Options: Travelers frequently note the limited availability of shops and food and beverage outlets within the airport terminal.
  • Difficulty in Finding the Airport: Some reviews highlight the lack of clear directional boards, making it challenging for new visitors to locate the airport.
  • Basic Facilities: While clean, the terminal facilities and food/retail services are rated moderately (80% for terminal facilities, 60% for food and retail), suggesting they are functional but not extensive.

Overall, Rupsi Airport is a welcome development for the region, offering much-needed air connectivity and a pleasant, if basic, travel experience. Its recent reopening and improvements are appreciated, though further development in terms of flight routes and in-terminal amenities would enhance the traveler experience.

Last updated: 54 days ago

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