Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
Lucknow, IN 🇮🇳 Large International Airport Scheduled Service Big Airport
ICAO
VILK
IATA
LKO
Elevation
410 ft
Region
IN-UP
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GPS Code: VILK
Local Code: Not available
Location: 26.760599° N, 80.889297° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: Amausi International Airport
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Online Reviews Summary
Recent traveler reviews for Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) in Lucknow indicate a generally positive sentiment, with many appreciating the airport's modern facilities and efficient operations. While some minor issues are noted, the overall satisfaction appears to be high, especially concerning the new terminal.
What Travelers Love
- Modern and Clean Terminal: Travelers frequently praise the new terminal (Terminal 3) for its modern design, spaciousness, and cleanliness. Many describe it as well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing.
- Efficient Security and Check-in: Reviews often highlight relatively quick and smooth experiences with security checks and airline check-in processes, contributing to a stress-free departure.
- Good Food and Beverage Options: A decent selection of food stalls and restaurants is available, offering various cuisines and satisfying traveler needs.
- Comfortable Waiting Areas: The seating areas are generally described as comfortable and ample, even during peak hours.
Common Complaints
- Limited International Connectivity: Some travelers express a desire for more direct international flights, noting that current options can be somewhat limited.
- Parking Congestion (Older Terminal): While the new terminal's parking is generally good, some older reviews or those referencing the older terminal mention occasional parking congestion or difficulty finding spots.
- Connectivity to City (Public Transport): While taxis and ride-sharing are readily available, some reviews implicitly suggest a lack of robust public transportation options directly connecting to the city center, making private transport the primary choice.
Overall, Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is generally well-regarded by travelers, particularly since the opening of its new terminal. It offers a comfortable and efficient experience, though improvements in international routes and public transport integration could further enhance its appeal. *Sources researched: justdial.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com, ccsia-lucknow.adaniairports.com*
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Airport Routes
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) offers 46 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include IndiGO, Air India Express, Air India and others. Popular destinations from Lucknow include Indira Gandhi Int'l, Chatrapati Shivaji Int'l, Bengaluru Int'l, Rajiv Gandhi Int'l and Dubai Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Indira Gandhi Int'l (DEL) 4
- Chatrapati Shivaji Int'l (BOM) 4
- Bengaluru Int'l (BLR) 3
- Rajiv Gandhi Int'l (HYD) 2
- Dubai Int'l (DXB) 2
- King Khalid Int'l (RUH) 2
- King Fahd Int'l (DMM) 2
- Seeb Int'l (MCT) 2
- Pune / Lohegaon Air Force Base (PNQ) 2
- Sharjah Int'l (SHJ) 1
- Navi Mumbai International (NMI) 1
- Ras Al Khaimah Int'l (RKT) 1
Newly Discovered
- Indira Gandhi Int'l (DEL) new
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Int'l (Ahmedabad) (AMD) new
- Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan (Patna) (PAT) new
- Chatrapati Shivaji Int'l (BOM) new
- Jaipur (Sanganer) (JAI) new
- Jolly Grant (DED) new
- Dubai Int'l (DXB) new
- Dabolim (Goa) / Dabolim Navy Airbase (GOI) new
- Bengaluru Int'l (BLR) new
- Pune / Lohegaon Air Force Base (PNQ) new
- King Abdulaziz Int'l (JED) new
- Raipur (RPR) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indira Gandhi Int'l | DEL |
New Delhi | A320 | IndiGO | 201 flights · 264 mi | |
| Chatrapati Shivaji Int'l | BOM |
Mumbai | A21N | IndiGO | 101 flights · 736 mi | |
| Indira Gandhi Int'l | DEL |
New Delhi | A320 | Air India | 96 flights · 264 mi | |
| Bengaluru Int'l | BLR |
Bangalore | A320 | IndiGO | 93 flights · 960 mi | |
| Rajiv Gandhi Int'l | HYD |
Hyderabad | A321 | IndiGO | 85 flights · 678 mi | |
| Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Int'l (Ahmedabad) | AMD |
Ahmedabad | A320 | IndiGO | 80 flights · 577 mi | |
| Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Int'l | CCU |
Kolkata (Calcutta) | A321 | IndiGO | 62 flights · 553 mi | |
| Bengaluru Int'l | BLR |
Bangalore | B38M | Air India Express | 55 flights · 960 mi | |
| Chatrapati Shivaji Int'l | BOM |
Mumbai | B38M | Akasa Air | 42 flights · 736 mi | |
| Raipur | RPR |
Raipur | A320 | IndiGO | 41 flights · 390 mi | |
| Dubai Int'l | DXB |
Dubai | A320 | Air India Express | 36 flights · 1588 mi | |
| Seeb Int'l | MCT |
Muscat | B739 | Oman Air | 34 flights · 1430 mi | |
| Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Int'l | GAU |
Guwahati | A320 | IndiGO | 34 flights · 664 mi | |
| Indira Gandhi Int'l | DEL |
New Delhi | B38M | Air India Express | 32 flights · 264 mi | |
| King Khalid Int'l | RUH |
Riyadh | A20N | Flynas | 32 flights · 2126 mi | |
| Chandigarh (Chandigarh Air Force Base) | IXC |
Chandigarh | A320 | IndiGO | 30 flights · 368 mi | |
| Chatrapati Shivaji Int'l | BOM |
Mumbai | B38M | Air India Express | 29 flights · 736 mi | |
| Jolly Grant | DED |
Dehradun | A320 | IndiGO | 29 flights · 289 mi | |
| Dabolim (Goa) / Dabolim Navy Airbase | GOI |
Dabolim | A320 | IndiGO | 25 flights · 909 mi | |
| Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Int'l | IDR |
Indore | AT72 | IndiGO | 25 flights · 425 mi | |
| Chennai Int'l | MAA |
Chennai / Madras | A320 | IndiGO | 24 flights · 953 mi | |
| Jaipur (Sanganer) | JAI |
Jaipur | AT72 | IndiGO | 24 flights · 314 mi | |
| King Fahd Int'l | DMM |
Dammam | A20N | Flynas | 23 flights · 1918 mi | |
| Pune / Lohegaon Air Force Base | PNQ |
Pune (Poona) | A320 | IndiGO | 22 flights · 719 mi | |
| Abu Dhabi Int'l | AUH |
Abu Dhabi | A320 | IndiGO | 22 flights · 1642 mi | |
| Chatrapati Shivaji Int'l | BOM |
Mumbai | A320 | Air India | 21 flights · 736 mi | |
| Seeb Int'l | MCT |
Muscat | A20N | SalamAir | 20 flights · 1430 mi | |
| Rajiv Gandhi Int'l | HYD |
Hyderabad | B38M | Air India Express | 20 flights · 678 mi | |
| King Fahd Int'l | DMM |
Dammam | A320 | IndiGO | 19 flights · 1918 mi | |
| King Abdulaziz Int'l | JED |
Jeddah | A333 | Saudia | 18 flights · 2644 mi | |
| Navi Mumbai International | NMI |
— | A320 | IGO | 15 flights · 732 mi | |
| Jharsuguda | JRG |
Jharsuguda | E75L | Star Air | 14 flights · 390 mi | |
| Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan (Patna) | PAT |
Patna | A320 | IndiGO | 13 flights · 273 mi | |
| Dubai Int'l | DXB |
Dubai | B38M | FlyDubai | 12 flights · 1588 mi | |
| Varanasi | VNS |
Varanasi | AT76 | IndiGO | 11 flights · 152 mi | |
| Kuala Lumpur Int'l | KUL |
Sepang | A20N | AirAsia | 10 flights · 2159 mi | |
| Kishangarh Airport | KQH |
— | E75L | Star Air | 10 flights · 376 mi | |
| Sharjah Int'l | SHJ |
Sharjah | A320 | IndiGO | 10 flights · 1577 mi | |
| Pune / Lohegaon Air Force Base | PNQ |
Pune (Poona) | A321 | Air India Express | 9 flights · 719 mi | |
| Bengaluru Int'l | BLR |
Bangalore | B38M | Akasa Air | 9 flights · 960 mi | |
| Indira Gandhi Int'l | DEL |
New Delhi | B738 | CAI | 8 flights · 264 mi | |
| King Khalid Int'l | RUH |
Riyadh | B38M | Air India Express | 8 flights · 2126 mi | |
| Don Muang Int'l (Old Bangkok Int'l) | DMK |
Bangkok | A20N | Thai AirAsia | 7 flights · 1553 mi | |
| Ras Al Khaimah Int'l | RKT |
Ras al | B38M | AXB | 4 flights · 1548 mi | |
| Biju Patnaik | BBI |
Bhubaneswar | B38M | Air India Express | 3 flights · 548 mi | |
| Suvarnabhumi Bangkok Int'l | BKK |
Bangkok | B38M | Air India Express | 2 flights · 1571 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Chaudhary Charan Singh International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
IndiGO
IGO
/ 6E
|
21 | 966 | 21 | Jun 1, 2026 |
Air India Express
AXB
/ IX
|
10 | 198 | 10 | Jun 1, 2026 |
Air India
AIC
/ AI
|
2 | 117 | 2 | Jun 1, 2026 |
Flynas
KNE
/ XY
|
2 | 55 | 2 | May 29, 2026 |
Akasa Air
AKJ
/ QP
|
2 | 51 | 2 | Jun 1, 2026 |
Oman Air
OMA
/ WY
|
1 | 34 | 1 | May 29, 2026 |
Star Air
SDG
/ S5
|
2 | 24 | 2 | Jan 30, 2026 |
SalamAir
OMS
/ OV
|
1 | 20 | 1 | May 27, 2026 |
Saudia
SVA
/ SV
|
1 | 18 | 1 | Jun 1, 2026 |
FlyDubai
FDB
/ FZ
|
1 | 12 | 1 | May 29, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
09/27 |
8996 ft | 148 ft | PEM | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.45 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.8 MHz |
| GND | - | 120.45 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.6 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Pre-paid taxi counters are available in the arrivals hall, providing fixed-rate fares to various city destinations. App-based ride-hailing services like Uber and Ola also operate from the airport with designated pick-up points located outside the terminal buildings.
Rental Cars
Several car rental agencies have counters inside the arrivals hall. Both self-drive and chauffeur-driven vehicles are available. It is advisable to book in advance, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability and secure better rates.
Public Transportation
The airport is well-connected by the Lucknow Metro. The CCS Airport Metro Station is located on the Red Line, offering a direct, fast, and economical way to reach the city center and the main railway station (Charbagh). Additionally, air-conditioned public buses operated by UPSRTC connect the airport to various key locations across the city.