India’s booming aviation sector is expanding fast, and several states are racing ahead in developing airport infrastructure. Whether it's for domestic travel, international connectivity, or regional UDAN flights, some states are clearly leading the pack.
Here’s the latest list of the Top 10 Indian states with the most number of operational airports in 2025.
Top 10 Indian States by Number of Operational Airports (2025)
| Rank | State | No. of Operational Airports | Key Airports |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Uttar Pradesh | 14+ | Lucknow, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Kushinagar |
| 2️⃣ | Gujarat | 12 | Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot, Surat |
| 3️⃣ | Maharashtra | 10 | Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Shirdi |
| 4️⃣ | Kerala | 6 | Kochi, Trivandrum, Calicut, Kannur |
| 5️⃣ | Karnataka | 6 | Bengaluru, Mangalore, Mysuru, Hubballi |
| 6️⃣ | Tamil Nadu | 6 | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy |
| 7️⃣ | Andhra Pradesh | 6 | Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati |
| 8️⃣ | Rajasthan | 5 | Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur |
| 9️⃣ | Assam | 5 | Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar |
| 🔟 | Madhya Pradesh | 5 | Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur |
✅ Note: This list includes airports under UDAN scheme, regional connectivity airports, and international hubs.
Why Airport Infrastructure Matters
✈️ Boosts regional connectivity and economic growth
💼 Attracts business, tourism, and global trade
👩⚕️ Improves medical and emergency access in remote regions
🚄 Complements rail and road networks for faster travel
Honourable Mentions
West Bengal – 4 airports (Kolkata, Bagdogra, Andal, Cooch Behar)
Jharkhand – 3 airports (Ranchi, Dhanbad, Deoghar)
Punjab – 4 airports (Amritsar, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Bathinda)
Future Airport Projects to Watch
Noida International Airport (Jewar), UP – Phase 1 opening soon
Navi Mumbai International Airport, Maharashtra – Under construction
Hirasar Airport, Gujarat – Boosting Saurashtra region
Hollongi Airport, Arunachal Pradesh – Gateway to Northeast India
❓FAQs
Q1: Which Indian state has the highest number of operational airports in 2025?
Uttar Pradesh, with over 14 functional airports, leads the list.
Q2: What is the role of the UDAN scheme?
UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) connects underserved and remote regions through affordable flights.
Q3: Are all these airports international?
No, the list includes both domestic and international airports, including regional ones under UDAN.
Q4: Which state has the most international airports?
Kerala and Tamil Nadu lead in terms of international airport density.
Published on : 1st August
Published by : SMITA
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