Surat to Guwahati flight guide — 1-stop routes via Mumbai or Kolkata, fares, airlines, baggage, LGBI Airport tips.
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Quick answer: Surat to Guwahati flights take about ≈ 4–6h (1-stop via Mumbai or Kolkata), operated by IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India, No non-stop — 1-stop via BOM or CCU, ≈ 3–5 connections daily. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest STV–GAU 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.
Looking for cheap flights from Surat to Guwahati? FlightGPT compares live STV to GAU fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, Gulf hubs, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Surat to Guwahati non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Surat-Guwahati fare is one search away.
Via Kolkata (CCU, ≈ 2,200 km from Surat) the routing is STV–CCU (≈ 2h 20m) then CCU–GAU (≈ 1h 15m), with Kolkata being the natural eastern India gateway. IndiGo and SpiceJet cover both legs. Via Mumbai (BOM, ≈ 265 km from Surat by flight), STV–BOM (≈ 1h) is quicker, but BOM–GAU (≈ 2h 30m) is a longer sector — total comparable. Kolkata is generally the cheaper and geographically more logical connection for Guwahati-bound travellers. Mumbai is preferable if flight timings align better or if you need Air India's BOM–GAU non-stop. Check both options on FlightGPT: sometimes a CCU connection is ₹2,000–₹4,000 cheaper than BOM.
As of June 2026, one-way economy fares from STV to GAU range from ≈ ₹5,500 to ₹15,000. The route sees the highest demand during Bihu festivals (mid-April and mid-January), Durga Puja (October), Diwali, and Christmas–New Year when Assamese migrant workers in Surat return home in large numbers. Fares during these windows can spike to ₹12,000–₹15,000 one-way. The cheapest months are June–July (though monsoon can occasionally disrupt GAU operations) and early September. Booking 4–6 weeks ahead on shoulder months typically yields fares around ₹5,500–₹7,500 one-way.
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) serves Guwahati and acts as the primary hub for Northeast India. It handles domestic traffic to all major metros and has limited international connections. The terminal was expanded and modernised; arrivals is compact but functional. Ola and Uber operate from GAU; prepaid taxis are available. Guwahati city centre (Paltan Bazaar, Fancy Bazaar) is ≈ 20–25 km from the airport — expect 30–50 minutes by cab (≈ ₹350–₹600). GAU also connects to Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Silchar, and Imphal via shorter domestic hops, making it a hub for onward Northeast travel.
Surat Airport (STV) has seen steady growth as Surat's diamond and textile economy has expanded. The single terminal handles primarily domestic flights with a few international charter services. Daily flights from STV include routes to Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad. For GAU, STV does not have a direct departure; booking STV–BOM or STV–CCU as the first leg is essential. Online check-in on IndiGo and SpiceJet opens 48 hours before departure — print or download your boarding pass, as Surat Airport can have long counter queues on early morning departures. Parking at STV is ₹40–₹80 per hour.
Guwahati sits in a high-rainfall zone — June through September bring heavy monsoon precipitation. GAU sees occasional flight delays and diversions during peak monsoon (July–August), particularly for evening arrivals. Book morning departures from Surat to minimise disruption cascading through your connection. Surat itself can also have poor weather during monsoon — June–July departures from STV may face delays. On the opposite end, winter fog (December–January) at Kolkata (CCU) can disrupt connections — if transiting via CCU in winter, a 2-hour minimum layover provides a buffer. IndiGo's app provides real-time flight status alerts.
Guwahati is Assam's commercial capital and the gateway to Northeast India's wildlife and tea country. Key attractions near Guwahati include Kamakhya Temple (4 km from city), Kaziranga National Park (≈ 200 km, 3.5h drive — one-horned rhino, UNESCO World Heritage), and the Brahmaputra River cruise. Manas National Park (140 km) is another UNESCO site. Assam's tea estates (Jorhat, Dibrugarh, ≈ 4–5h from Guwahati) are a draw for tea tourism. Business travellers from Surat's textile industry increasingly visit Guwahati for Northeast trade fairs and the growing MSME garment manufacturing corridor around Kamrup district.
Book STV–GAU as a single itinerary (not two separate tickets) to ensure the same baggage allowance (typically 15–25 kg depending on fare class) applies on both legs, and to get airline protection if the domestic connection is missed due to delay. When booked separately, you are responsible for re-booking the second leg at your own cost if the first flight is late. IndiGo allows 15 kg base economy; SpiceJet 15 kg base; Air India domestic 15–25 kg. Extra baggage for the full itinerary costs ≈ ₹350–₹550 for 5 kg when pre-purchased online at least 24 hours ahead. As of June 2026, airport counter excess rates are ≈ ₹500–₹1,000 per kg at STV.
No non-stop exists. The best routes connect via Mumbai (BOM, total ≈ 4.5–6h) or Kolkata (CCU, total ≈ 4–5.5h). IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Air India cover both hub connections.
One-way economy fares range from ≈ ₹5,500 to ₹15,000 as of June 2026. Cheapest fares appear in June–July and early September; Bihu (April, January) and Durga Puja (October) are the most expensive periods.
Kolkata (CCU) is geographically more logical and often cheaper. Mumbai (BOM) offers more daily connection options and may suit travellers with better STV–BOM flight timings. Compare both on FlightGPT before booking.
No special permit is required for Guwahati. A government photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport) is sufficient. Note: some further northeastern destinations (Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur) require an Inner Line Permit — but not Guwahati.
Via Mumbai (BOM): STV–BOM ≈ 1h + layover + BOM–GAU ≈ 2h 30m = total ≈ 4.5–6h. Via Kolkata: STV–CCU ≈ 2h 20m + layover + CCU–GAU ≈ 1h 15m = total ≈ 4–5.5h.
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is the main hub for Northeast India, ≈ 20–25 km from Guwahati city (≈ 30–50 min cab ride, ≈ ₹350–₹600). Ola and Uber operate from arrivals. Connects to Jorhat, Imphal, Dibrugarh, and all major metros.
There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Surat to Guwahati — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Surat–Guwahati prices across IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India; booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
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There is currently no non-stop service between Surat and Guwahati — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of ≈ 4–6h (1-stop via Mumbai or Kolkata). 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 Surat Guwahati ticket but are open to a layover.
Surat–Guwahati pricing rewards comparison over loyalty: the best value rotates between low-cost and full-service carriers depending on the date. FlightGPT's grid surfaces every Surat Guwahati fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.