Agra is where foreigners discover the Taj Mahal — and where they realise that an airport worthy of India’s most photographed monument has been missing for too long. The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort (both UNESCO World Heritage Sites), Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO, 40 km), and Mehtab Bagh form an Agra heritage circuit that draws over 6 million visitors annually from across India and the world. Agra Airport at Kheria — IATA code AGR, ICAO code VIAG — is a civil enclave at the Indian Air Force’s Kheria Air Force Station, opened on 15 August 1947, handling 1,68,362 passengers in 2024–25 (+8%). IndiGo connects Agra to Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Navi Mumbai. The current terminal covers 4,870 square metres with 250-arrival and 250-departure capacity. A new, larger terminal — foundation stone laid by PM Modi in October 2024 — will be completed by end-2027 or early 2028. A proposed rename to Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Airport is under consideration.
Quick Overview: Agra Airport
| Detail | Information |
| Official Name | Agra Airport (also: Kheria Airport; proposed: Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Airport) |
| Location | Kheria, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Airport Type | Military/Public — Domestic (civil enclave at Kheria IAF Station) |
| IATA Code | AGR |
| ICAO Code | VIAG |
| Owner | Indian Air Force |
| Operator | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Opened | 15 August 1947 |
| Current Terminal Area | 4,870 sq. metres |
| Terminal Capacity | 250 arrivals + 250 departures |
| New Terminal | Foundation stone laid October 2024 (PM Modi); completion end-2027 / early 2028 |
| Elevation | 168 m / 551 ft AMSL |
| Coordinates | 27°09′43″N, 77°58′15″E |
| Distance from Taj Mahal | ~10–12 km northwest |
| Distance from Agra City | ~5–7 km |
| Passengers (2024–25) | 1,68,362 (+8% YoY) |
| Aircraft Movements (2024–25) | 1,848 (+29.8% YoY) |
| Cargo Tonnage (2024–25) | 54 tonnes (−15.7% YoY) |
| Current Airline | IndiGo |
| Active Routes | Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Navi Mumbai |
Agra Airport Location: Kheria, The Taj Gateway
Agra Airport is located at Kheria, approximately 5 to 7 km from Agra city centre and approximately 10 to 12 km northwest of the Taj Mahal. The coordinates are 27°09′43″N, 77°58′15″E, at an elevation of 168 metres above sea level — the flat Yamuna River basin terrain of western Uttar Pradesh.
Agra’s tourism geography is one of the most concentrated in India. The Taj Mahal is 10 to 12 km from the airport. Agra Fort — the Mughal imperial residence and military headquarters — is approximately 8 km. Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar’s ghost capital, is approximately 40 km west. The Baby Taj (Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb), Mehtab Bagh, and the Anguri Bagh are all within 15 km. The airport is 230 km south of New Delhi via the Yamuna Expressway — approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, a drive many Delhi tourists make by road rather than flying.
The Yamuna Expressway’s quality has made the Agra-Delhi road connection exceptionally smooth — which paradoxically reduces aviation demand for the Delhi-Agra sector. IndiGo does not serve Delhi from Agra directly. The routes it does serve (Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Navi Mumbai) address the south Indian tourism market that finds driving from Delhi impractical.
Code, Terminal and New Terminal Project
IATA AGR and ICAO VIAG are the formal codes. The current civil terminal at 4,870 square metres handles 250 arrivals and 250 departures simultaneously — a modest facility for a city receiving 6 million heritage tourists annually. Entry to the civil enclave is via the Air Force Arjun Nagar Gate.
The 29.8% aircraft movement increase in 2024–25 (to 1,848) and 8% passenger growth to 1,68,362 reflect the airport finding commercial momentum after years of thin operations.
New Terminal: PM Modi laid the foundation stone for a significantly larger terminal in October 2024. Construction is set to begin in the second half of 2025. The new terminal — expected to be completed by end-2027 or early 2028 — will be much larger than the 4,870 sq. metre current facility and will dramatically improve the airport’s capacity to serve Agra’s 6-million-plus annual heritage visitor base.
Proposed Rename: A proposal to rename Agra Airport as Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Airport — after the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh ideologue and Jana Sangh politician who is also the namesake of Varanasi’s railway station and Gorakhpur University — was under consideration as of mid-2026. No final confirmation had been issued.
Connectivity and Amenities
By Air: IndiGo operates Agra’s scheduled commercial services to Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Navi Mumbai. The 29.8% aircraft movement jump in 2024–25 suggests increased frequency on these routes. Confirm current schedules before booking. No Delhi route is currently offered, with the Yamuna Expressway absorbing much of that demand.
By Road: Agra city centre is approximately 5 to 7 km from the airport. Taxis, Ola, and Uber serve the airport route. New Delhi is approximately 230 km north via the Yamuna Expressway (2.5 to 3 hours). Jaipur is approximately 235 km southwest (3.5 to 4 hours). Taj Mahal is approximately 10 to 12 km from the airport (20 to 25 minutes by taxi).
By Rail: Agra Cantt Railway Station is approximately 6 to 8 km from the airport, on the Delhi-Mumbai Central Railway main line with Shatabdi Express connections to New Delhi (approximately 2 hours) and other cities. Agra Fort Railway Station is closer to the heritage sites.
Agra Airport Amenities: Civil Enclave Terminal
The current terminal serves as a functional domestic facility with check-in counters, security screening, a departure lounge, baggage claim, and basic food and beverage. ATMs are available. Wheelchair assistance is in place. The 250 + 250 passenger capacity is the binding constraint — the new terminal will substantially expand this.
IAF base security protocols apply — arrive 90 minutes before departure. Photography restrictions are in force within the base perimeter.
FAQs: Agra Airport
Q1. What is the IATA code for Agra Airport?
AGR is the IATA code and VIAG is the ICAO code. The airport is at Kheria, approximately 5 to 7 km from Agra city and 10 to 12 km from the Taj Mahal, operated by AAI as a civil enclave at Kheria IAF Station.
Q2. Which airlines and routes serve Agra Airport?
IndiGo operates Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Navi Mumbai routes. Confirm current schedules before booking.
Q3. Is there a Delhi flight from Agra Airport?
No. The Yamuna Expressway — 230 km in approximately 2.5 to 3 hours — absorbs most Delhi-Agra travel demand, making a Delhi aviation route commercially thin.
Q4. What is the new terminal project at Agra Airport?
PM Modi laid the foundation stone in October 2024. Construction begins in the second half of 2025 and the new terminal is expected by end-2027 or early 2028. It will be significantly larger than the current 4,870 sq. metre building.
Q5. How far is Agra Airport from the Taj Mahal?
Approximately 10 to 12 km northwest — about 20 to 25 minutes by taxi. The airport is the most convenient air entry for visitors to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri.
