Shillong to Pune flight guide — 1-stop via Kolkata, airlines, fares, Umroi Airport and Pune airport arrival tips.
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Quick answer: Shillong to Pune flights take about ≈ 4h–5h 30m (1-stop via Kolkata or Guwahati), operated by IndiGo, Air India, ≈ 1–2 connections per day via Kolkata (CCU) or Guwahati (GAU). This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest SHL–PNQ fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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Shillong's Umroi Airport (SHL) is ≈ 30 km north of the city on a plateau — the road trip takes ≈ 45–60 minutes. Flights from SHL are limited: typically a handful of daily services mainly to Kolkata. By contrast, Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Airport in Guwahati (GAU) is ≈ 100 km away (≈ 2 hour drive via NH6) but offers far more flights, including direct GAU → PNQ options on some days. For maximum convenience, many Shillong travellers use GAU instead of SHL — the extra road time is often offset by better flight options and lower fares. Check both departure points on flightgpt.in before deciding.
The most common Shillong–Pune routing via Umroi is SHL → CCU (≈ 1h 15m) then CCU → PNQ (≈ 2h 30m). IndiGo offers through-ticketing on this pairing, which is strongly recommended so your checked bags transfer automatically and you're re-accommodated if the first leg delays. Morning SHL departures (if available) typically yield afternoon CCU–PNQ connections. Via Guwahati the routing is GAU → CCU (≈ 55m) or GAU → PNQ direct (≈ 2h 50m, fewer daily flights). Always build in at least a 90-minute layover at CCU to absorb minor delays from northeast operations.
Shillong–Pune fares are influenced by northeast India's limited seat inventory. Expect ≈ ₹ 6,500 to ₹ 16,000 one-way. As of June 2026, the best fares appear 4–6 weeks out for travel in January–February or September. Departing from Guwahati (GAU) instead of Umroi (SHL) is usually ₹ 1,500–₹ 3,000 cheaper per itinerary because more seats are available from a larger hub. Flexible-date searches on flightgpt.in (±3 days) can reveal significantly cheaper slots if your travel dates are moveable. Avoid booking during Durga Puja (Oct) and Navratri peak weeks when northeast–west India demand surges.
Shillong — "the Scotland of the East" — is one of northeast India's most charming cities. Ward's Lake in the city centre is a colonial-era park ideal for morning strolls. Elephant Falls (≈ 12 km) and Shillong Peak (≈ 10 km, 1,965 m) reward half-day trips. Laitumkhrah Market is the best spot for Meghalayan food (jadoh rice, dohneiiong pork curry) and local handicrafts. Cherrapunji (Sohra), ≈ 55 km south, is famous for its living root bridges — a full-day excursion. If your morning flight departs from Umroi, the airport road passes through scenic Umiam Lake (Barapani), worth a brief stop.
Pune Airport (PNQ) is an integrated civil-military airport ≈ 10 km northeast of Pune city centre. It is one of India's busier secondary airports and handles full-service and low-cost domestic traffic as well as some international routes. App-cabs (Ola/Uber) to Koregaon Park or Shivajinagar cost ≈ ₹ 200–₹ 350. PMPML city buses also connect the airport to key zones. Note that runway-sharing with the IAF means occasional departure queue delays during peak military activity — check airline update alerts. A Pune Metro line to the airport area is under phased development; check current station reach before your visit.
No visa or special permit is required — both cities are in India and this is a fully domestic sector. A valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, voter ID, passport, or driving licence) is required at check-in and security at both ends. Note that Meghalaya is NOT in the Inner Line Permit zone — unlike Mizoram or Nagaland, you don't need any special permit to visit or depart Shillong. Children below 12 travelling alone need a birth certificate or school ID depending on the airline's policy. DigiYatra is available at Pune Airport (PNQ) — if registered, the facial e-gate can save time at security.
October through March is the ideal window for Shillong — cool 10–20 °C weather, minimal rain, and excellent conditions for Cherrapunji root bridge treks. April–May is warm but manageable. June–September is Shillong's intense monsoon — the wettest region in the world — and while the waterfalls and landscapes are dramatic, Umroi Airport operations can be disrupted by low visibility. Pune's climate is mild year-round, peaking around 40 °C in April–May. The two-city trip works best as a November–January visit, pairing Shillong's harvest festival atmosphere with Pune's pleasant winter for sightseeing around Sinhagad Fort and Lavasa.
No non-stop exists. The standard route is Shillong (SHL) → Kolkata (CCU) → Pune (PNQ), or alternatively departing from Guwahati (GAU, ≈ 100 km away) which sometimes offers direct GAU–PNQ service.
Total travel time is ≈ 4–5h 30m including a layover at Kolkata or Guwahati. Pure flying time on both legs combined is ≈ 3h 45m.
Fares range from ≈ ₹ 6,500 to ₹ 16,000 one-way. Departing from Guwahati (GAU) instead of Umroi (SHL) can save ₹ 1,500–₹ 3,000 thanks to higher seat availability.
Umroi Airport (SHL) is ≈ 30 km from Shillong city (45–60 min drive). Guwahati Airport (GAU, ≈ 100 km, 2h drive) offers far more daily flights and is often the better choice.
IndiGo covers both the Shillong–Kolkata and Kolkata–Pune legs; Air India is also an option on the northeast sector. IndiGo typically offers the most convenient same-day connections.
January–February and September offer the lowest fares — ≈ ₹ 6,500–₹ 9,000. October (Durga Puja) and December–January (New Year) are the most expensive periods.
The cheapest Shillong to Pune airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Shillong to Pune ticket prices across IndiGo, Air India — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days out by 25–40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Shillong-Pune price wins.
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There is currently no non-stop service between Shillong and Pune — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of ≈ 4h–5h 30m (1-stop via Kolkata or Guwahati). Comparing hubs side by side often saves 15-30 percent. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Shillong Pune ticket but are open to a layover.
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