Cheap Flights to Bhuntar Airport

Planning a trip to the Indian Himalayas? Discover flights to Bhuntar Airport (KUU), the gateway to the popular hill stations of Kullu and Manali in Himachal Pradesh.

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About Bhuntar Airport (KUU)

Bhuntar Airport, also known as Kullu-Manali Airport, is located in Bhuntar, about 11 km from Kullu and 52 km from Manali. Operated by the Airports Authority of India, the airport sits in a deep valley along the banks of the Beas River, surrounded by peaks rising several thousand feet higher than the runway, making it one of the more technically challenging airports in the country for pilots.

Airport code

KUU (ICAO: VIBR)

Location

Bhuntar, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India

Distance from Kullu/Manali

Approximately 11 km / 52 km

Airlines serving KUU

Alliance Air

Popular Routes to and from Kullu-Manali

Alliance Air operates all scheduled routes at Bhuntar, connecting the valley to several major Indian cities.

Route Type

Popular Connections

Domestic

Delhi, Jaipur, Dehradun, Chandigarh, Amritsar

International

Not available directly; connect via Delhi

Best Time to Book Flights to Kullu-Manali

Booking well in advance is recommended given the airport’s limited flight frequency and technically demanding approach, which can lead to occasional weather-related delays. The summer months and the post-monsoon trekking season see the most visitors, so booking further ahead is especially useful during those periods.

What to See Near Kullu-Manali

Manali is one of India’s most popular Himalayan hill stations, known for its dramatic mountain scenery and access to adventure sports like paragliding, rafting, and skiing. The region also serves as a gateway to high-altitude trekking routes and mountain passes, including routes toward Ladakh and the Spiti Valley.

Things to Know When Flying Into Bhuntar

The airport’s single runway and surrounding mountain terrain mean flights can occasionally be delayed or diverted due to weather.
A new air terminal opened in 2008, with the apron enlarged to accommodate two aircraft at a time.
There are currently no international flights to Bhuntar; connections route through Delhi.
Ground transportation, including taxis, is needed to reach either Kullu or Manali from the airport.

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FAQs — Flights to Bhuntar Airport

Alliance Air is currently the primary airline serving Bhuntar Airport, with flights connecting Kullu to Delhi, Jaipur, Dehradun, and other Indian cities.

Bhuntar Airport is located about 52 km from Manali and 11 km from Kullu, with ground transportation required to reach either town.

The airport sits in a deep valley along the Beas River, surrounded by peaks that rise several thousand feet higher than the runway, making approaches and departures technically demanding.

No, Bhuntar Airport operates domestic flights only. International travelers should connect through Delhi.

Booking well in advance is recommended given the airport's limited flight frequency, with earlier booking especially useful during the summer and post-monsoon trekking seasons.

Manali is a popular Himalayan hill station known for its mountain scenery, adventure sports, and role as a gateway to trekking routes and high-altitude passes in Himachal Pradesh.

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