Shillong to Imphal flights — fares, airlines and what to know before you book
Quick answer: Shillong to Imphal non-stop flights take about ≈ 45 min, operated by IndiGo, with around 3 flights a week (reported Oct 2026) — confirm on your date direct departures a day. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest SHL–IMF fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Shillong to Imphal flights — quick facts
- Distance: ≈ 220 km
- Non-stop flight time: ≈ 45 min
- Direct flights per day: 3 flights a week (reported Oct 2026) — confirm on your date
- Airlines flying Shillong Imphal: IndiGo
- Visa for Indians: Not required — Shillong to Imphal is a domestic flight within India.
Airlines on the Shillong–Imphal route
As of Oct 2026 the Shillong–Imphal sector has one airline: IndiGo. Expect a narrow-body jet. The number of departures can change from one season's timetable to the next, so treat any frequency you read online as a starting point and confirm it on your date.
Morning departures on smaller routes tend to be the most reliable operationally; late-evening rotations are more exposed to knock-on delays from earlier flights.
Reported frequency as of Oct 2026: 3 flights a week. Timetables on regional routes change between seasons, so confirm the days of operation for your date.
Shillong–Imphal by air: 220 km in about 45 min
By air the trip is 220 km, which works out to about 45 min in the air and on the ground at each end. Use it as a guide, not a schedule — the airline's published block time is what to plan around. No clock change: Shillong and Imphal are both on IST.
Shillong's airport (SHL) — what to know
Shillong Airport (SHL) serves Shillong in Meghalaya. Expect about 18 km between the airport and Shillong in a straight line. Cabs and app taxis are the usual way in and out; at smaller airports, pre-book the cab for early-morning and late-night flights rather than relying on the rank.
Other non-stops from Shillong as of Oct 2026 include Kolkata, Aizawl and Delhi.
After you land at IMF
Bir Tikendrajit International Airport (IMF) serves Imphal in Manipur. Expect about 8.6 km between the airport and Imphal in a straight line. Cabs and app taxis are the usual way in and out; at smaller airports, pre-book the cab for early-morning and late-night flights rather than relying on the rank.
Other non-stops from Imphal as of Oct 2026 include Agartala, Guwahati, Mumbai, Dimapur, Tezu, Kolkata, Silchar and Delhi.
Baggage on Shillong–Imphal flights
IndiGo includes 15 kg of check-in baggage and one 7 kg cabin bag on standard domestic economy fares. Extra baggage bought online before departure is cheaper than paying at the airport counter, and power banks must go in your cabin bag, never in checked luggage.
Busy dates to plan around on this route
Fares on this route follow demand at both ends. In Meghalaya, watch summer holidays and the October–November season; in Manipur, the October–March travel season. Long weekends and school holidays push prices up too. On thin routes with only a few flights, the cheapest seats go first, so booking a few weeks ahead usually beats waiting for a last-minute drop.
Other ways to reach Imphal from Shillong
If the non-stop is full or the timing doesn't suit, Shillong and Imphal are both connected to Delhi, Kolkata and Aizawl, so a one-stop routing through one of those cities is possible. Book it as a single ticket where you can, so the airline is responsible for the connection if the first flight is late, and leave at least 90 minutes between flights at a large hub. Flying the other way? See Imphal to Shillong flights.
Searching this route on FlightGPT
Ask FlightGPT something like "Shillong to Imphal next Friday, non-stop" and it returns each flight with the lowest fare it found across its sources. Book on the airline's or travel partner's site from there. Try a day either side of your preferred date — on routes with few flights, the difference can be large.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Shillong to Imphal?
Yes. As of Oct 2026, IndiGo is confirmed as flying Shillong to Imphal non-stop, taking about 45 min. Check the days of operation for your date, as regional schedules change by season.
How long is the flight from Shillong to Imphal?
The Shillong–Imphal non-stop covers 220 km and takes about 45 min. The exact scheduled time depends on the airline and season.
Which airlines fly from Shillong to Imphal?
IndiGo operates the Shillong to Imphal route as of Oct 2026. Check its timings and the baggage included in your fare before booking.
Which airport do flights from Shillong leave from?
Flights to Imphal leave from Shillong Airport (SHL) in Meghalaya, about 18 km in a straight line from Shillong.
Which airport do Shillong flights land at in Imphal?
They land at Bir Tikendrajit International Airport (IMF) in Manipur, roughly 8.6 km in a straight line from Imphal.
Can I fly from Shillong to Imphal with one stop?
Yes. Shillong and Imphal both have flights to Delhi, Kolkata and Aizawl, so a one-stop connection through one of them works when the Shillong–Imphal non-stop is full. Book a single ticket and allow 90 minutes to connect.
Ask FlightGPT — Shillong to Imphal in plain English
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How to get the cheapest Shillong–Imphal fare
What you pay on the Shillong–Imphal route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Shillong to Imphal live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo.
Same-week Shillong to Imphal tickets
Last-minute Shillong to Imphal fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Shillong Imphal prices across IndiGo — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
Shillong to Imphal non-stop and direct flights
Most travellers prefer the Shillong to Imphal non-stop option. The direct Shillong-Imphal flight time is ≈ 45 min. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Shillong Imphal ticket but are open to a layover.
What Shillong–Imphal fares look like
Expect Shillong–Imphal fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service IndiGo ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.