September 25, 2023: On September 24, 2023, Tezu Airport was officially opened by Jyotiraditya Scindia, the minister of civil aviation and steel, and Pema Khandu, the chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh.
The minister added that three direct routes — from Itanagar to Delhi, Jorahat, and Rupsi — will soon be operationalized as part of the government's UDAN 5.0 regional connectivity program.
On the banks of the Lohit River in Arunachal Pradesh, there lies a little settlement called Tezu. It serves as the Lohit district's administrative center. The surrounding area of the town is recognized for its picturesque splendor, which includes rolling hills and lush green forests.
At the state government's request, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) performed the development and upgrading work to operationalize the airport. Construction of a new terminal building, a fire station/ATC tower, a 1500mx30m runway extension, and a new apron for ATR-72 type aircraft are all included in the Rs 170 crore worth of work.
The Teju Airport became operating in 2018 as part of the UDAN program of the Center. There is only one runway used for operations at this domestic airport in Tezu. The airport, which was constructed on 212 acres of land, can operate ATR72-type aircraft. Alliance Air and Flybig Airline currently offer regularly scheduled flights that connect it to Guwahati, Imphal, and Dibrugarh.
Teju Airport key features
Terminal area |
4,000 square metre |
Peak-hour serving capacity |
300 passengers |
Check-in counters |
5 with a capacity to have 3 more in future |
Arrival carrousels |
2 |
Aircraft parking bays |
2 ATR-72 type aircraft |
Sustainability features
Double insulated roofing system
Energy-efficient HVAC and lighting system
Low-heat gain glazing
ECBC-compliant equipment
Solid waste management system
Re-use of treated water for flushing and horticulture purposes
Rainwater harvesting integrated with sustainable urban drainage system
Efficient water fixtures
“With its increased capacity to handle more traffic, the new airport will ensure better connectivity in the north-eastern region with the rest of the country. While promoting infrastructure development and economic growth of the region, it will also be instrumental in boosting tourism, trade and employment generation,” the government said in a press statement.
FAQs
Q. What is the history of Tezu airport?
Tezu Airport (IATA: TEI, ICAO: VETJ) is located at Tezu in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, India. The development of the airport, at a cost of Rs. 790 million, was approved during 2009/10. Runway, terminal building and air traffic control tower completed on 2014.
Q. Which railway station is near to Tezu airport?
The nearest railway station from Tezu is Tinsukia Station, which is about 120 km away. The Dibrugarh railway station is about 170 km from Tezu.
Q. How to reach Arunachal Pradesh by air?
How to Reach Arunachal Pradesh by Air. Owing to its mostly mountainous terrain, Arunachal Pradesh doesn't have its own airport. If you want to fly to Arunachal, you have two options, North Lakhimpur's Lilabari Airport and Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, both in Assam.
Q. How much is a taxi from Dibrugarh to Tezu?
Dibrugarh to Tezu cabs from ₹5549 | Book taxi online.
Q. How far is Tezu from Dibrugarh?
Distance Between Tezu to Dibrugarh Is 166 Kms , Duration, Driving Directions & Route Map.
