Operational Airports in Odisha: A Complete Guide to Flights, Schedules & Connectivity

Operational Airports in Odisha: A Complete Guide to Flights, Schedules & Connectivity

Odisha is rapidly strengthening its aviation network, enhancing both intra-state and inter-state air connectivity. With six operational airports and plans for further expansion, the state is positioning itself as a key hub for air travel and economic growth.

Current Operational Airports:

Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI), Bhubaneswar – Odisha’s primary aviation hub, licensed for international, inter-state, and intra-state flights.

Veer Surendra Sai Airport (VSS), Jharsuguda – A domestic airport offering both intra- and inter-state connectivity.

Rourkela Airport (RRK), Rourkela – Regular domestic flight operations serving western Odisha.

Jeypore Airport (PYB), Koraput – Operational for both intra- and inter-state flights.

Utkela Airport (UKE), Kalahandi – Recently inaugurated, connecting Kalahandi to Bhubaneswar and beyond.

Bhubaneswar acts as the central hub, linking all major airports and enabling smooth business and tourism travel across Odisha.

Flight Schedules Connecting Odisha Airports to Bhubaneswar:

Jeypore (PYB) – Bhubaneswar (BBI) | 1h 30m nonstop

Indiaone Air 209: 9:15 am – 10:45 am, Daily

Indiaone Air 203: 3:55 pm – 5:30 pm, Daily

Bhubaneswar (BBI) – Utkela (UKE) | 1h 10m nonstop

Indiaone Air 108: 8:05 am – 9:15 am, Sun–Thu

Indiaone Air 101: 11:00 am – 12:10 pm, Sun–Thu

Bhubaneswar (BBI) – Rourkela (RRK) | 45 min nonstop

Alliance Air 745: 1:35 pm – 2:20 pm, Sun, Mon, Fri

Alliance Air 745: 2:50 pm – 3:45 pm, Tue, Thu

Alliance Air 745: 4:35 pm – 5:30 pm, Sat

Bhubaneswar (BBI) – Jharsuguda (JRG) | 45 min nonstop

Star Air 606: 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm, Wed

Alliance Air 747: 4:05 pm – 5:05 pm, Sun, Mon, Fri

Alliance Air 747: 7:05 pm – 8:05 pm, Sat

Star Air 606: 8:05 pm – 8:55 pm, Sun, Mon, Thu, Sat

Star Air 606: 8:30 pm – 9:20 pm, Tue, Fri

Aviation Infrastructure Expansion

The Odisha government is taking major steps to upgrade its aviation sector under the B-MAAN (Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network) initiative.

Plans include:

• 14 new airports and 15 heliports across districts to enhance regional air connectivity.
• Support for passenger services, pilot training, UAV operations, and aero sports.
• Launch of a cadet pilot programme to train tribal girls as commercial pilots, promoting skill development and employment.
• A new partnership with Air Works to set up a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, to serve as a training and maintenance hub.
• With these developments, Odisha is taking flight toward becoming one of India’s most connected and future-ready states.