Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) — complete Bhubaneswar airport guide
Quick answer: Bhubaneswar's Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) is Odisha's main gateway and the jumping-off point for Puri and the Konark Sun Temple. It has two terminals (T1 domestic, T2 for international/overflow) and sits just about 4 km from the city centre — one of India's closest-in airports.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · airport facts cross-checked against the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the airport operator · live Bhubaneswar fares are found in the FlightGPT search above.
Bhubaneswar airport (BBI) — quick facts
- IATA / ICAO code: BBI / VEBS
- City served: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Distance to city: ≈ 4 km to central Bhubaneswar
- Operator: Airports Authority of India (AAI)
- Traffic: ~4 million passengers a year, Odisha's gateway.
Terminals at Bhubaneswar airport
T1 — domestic. T2 — international and overflow capacity. Very close to the city, with easy access to the Puri–Konark tourist circuit.
How to get from Bhubaneswar airport to the city
- App cabs and the pre-paid taxi counter to the city, Puri and Konark.
- City buses from the airport area.
Airlines flying from Bhubaneswar (BBI)
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet domestically, with select Gulf/Southeast Asia services.
Lounges at BBI
A partner lounge in the terminal; access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards or pay-per-use.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) from Bhubaneswar city?
Biju Patnaik International Airport is about 4 km to central Bhubaneswar from Bhubaneswar.
How many terminals does Bhubaneswar airport (BBI) have, and which should I use?
T1 — domestic. T2 — international and overflow capacity. Very close to the city, with easy access to the Puri–Konark tourist circuit.
How do I get from Bhubaneswar airport to the city?
App cabs and the pre-paid taxi counter to the city, Puri and Konark. City buses from the airport area.
Which airlines fly from Bhubaneswar (BBI)?
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet domestically, with select Gulf/Southeast Asia services.
Does BBI airport have lounges?
A partner lounge in the terminal; access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards or pay-per-use.
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