How to find cheap flights to Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
Right now, $211 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Gorakhpur Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to GOP for $441.
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The sooner you book, the better. You might even be able to land some awesome early bird deals on tickets to Gorakhpur, where Gorakhpur Airport is located.
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If you aren't in a hurry to travel to Gorakhpur, think about taking a little detour. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Gorakhpur Airport by choosing a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Gorakhpur
The cheapest month to jump on a flight to Gorakhpur is usually May.
If your travel dates are flexible, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to GOP.
Travel to Gorakhpur in November if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to GOP, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
December is the quietest period of the year to visit if you want a more relaxed vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Gorakhpur then.
With averages of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF), May is when Gorakhpur is warmest. Plan your visit around your preferred weather conditions to get the most out of your trip.
Ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF), January has the lowest temperatures.
November is the driest month in Gorakhpur. You can leave your raincoat at home and enjoy clearer skies.
August brings the wettest weather. You can expect around 23 days of rainfall if you're visiting then.
Flying to Gorakhpur Airport (GOP): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Gorakhpur Airport, these top airlines make reaching Gorakhpur easy:
Consider booking your GOP plane ticket with IndiGo. It's the top-performing carrier for punctuality, with up to 75% of flights into this hub arriving when expected.
When you arrive at GOP, you'll be in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Gorakhpur Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to GOP:
Getting to central Gorakhpur from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
The distance from GOP to central Gorakhpur is about 11 kilometres.
You'll get to the centre in around 25 minutes if you're catching a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to GOP.
Expect the ride to take roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Gorakhpur has no shortage of places to rest your head. Here's a roundup of comfy hotels to explore before you go:
Gorakhpur highlights
Put these popular sights at the top of your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Gorakhpur:
ISKCON Gorakhpur: Delivering a strong first impression of what the city has to offer, this landmark is around 3 kilometres south of the centre.
Ramgarh Taal: Need one more reason to visit Gorakhpur? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 5 kilometres southeast of the city centre.
How to get to Azamgarh from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
The nearby city of Azamgarh is about 113 kilometres from GOP. Heading into the centre by ride-share or taxi takes around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Travelling from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) to Basti
Basti is another city that you can easily get to from Gorakhpur Airport. It's around 72 kilometres away.
Getting there by car takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Explore more of India
There's plenty more of India begging to be explored. Around 241 kilometres west of Gorakhpur, set off for Lucknow. On the must-do list? Begin with ImamBada, Victoria Memorial and Jama Masjid. The city's closest major airport is Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh Intl Airport (LKO).
Patna is another popular destination in India and is roughly 225 kilometres southeast of Gorakhpur. Get right to the good parts at attractions like Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
Roughly 161 kilometres south of Gorakhpur, Varanasi is worth working into your travels. Some of the best reasons to visit include Kashi Vishwanath mandir, Ganga River and Varanasi. Flying into Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) is the most convenient way to get here.
