Swami Vivekananda Airport- RPR
Swami Vivekananda Airport is a public airport that is the current hub of the Chhattisgarh Air Link. Located in Raipur, India, it is owned by the government and operated by the Airports Authority of India. It is one of the major airports that serve the area of Chhattisgarh. RPR Airport is considered to be the 28th busiest airport in India in terms of annual passenger handled annually. It took its present name from Swami Vivekananda, a popular saint that spent his growing years in Raipur. It sits 317 meters above mean sea level and features night landing facilities such as the CAT-1 ILS.
Best Time to Visit
Swami Vivekananda Airport has an apron that has five parking bays that can fit larger aircrafts. It currently features a new integrated terminal that opened in November 2012. It covers an area of 4.9 acres and can accommodate 1,300 passengers in an hour plus 400 international passengers. Two aerobridges are also available in the new terminal as well as 8 boarding gates, 8 X-ray baggage machines and 20 check-in counters. Zoos, safaris and other nature adventures can be enjoyed at the nearby city of Raipur.
What to Do & Area Attractions
For a relaxing time near the airport, head to the nearby RPR Airport hotels close to the terminal. A few of these are the MAYFAIR Lake Resort, a 10 to 15-minute drive away from the airport and the Hyatt Raipur, located 5 miles away from the airport. Both hotels offer great rooms and top-quality services.
On this page it is easy to search for Raipur, India airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Raipur, India (RPR) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the RPR airport.
Most of these RPR
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Raipur, India
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the RPR airport are Mahant Ghasidas Museum, Anupam Garden, and Mahant Ghasidas Museum.
Map of Raipur, India Hotels
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Weather Forecast for Raipur, India (RPR)
If you planning to travel to Raipur, India (RPR), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 11:52 PM.
The temperature feels like 99.15 with a humidity level of 57 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 5 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 12, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling southwest at a speed of 6 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 1:00 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/19
Few clouds
92°F
High: 102°F
Low: 83°F
Precipitation: 20%
Monday
5/20
Clear Sky
93°F
High: 104°F
Low: 85°F
Precipitation: 10%
Tuesday
5/21
Clear Sky
95°F
High: 107°F
Low: 84°F
Precipitation: 20%
Wednesday
5/22
Thunderstorm with rain
94°F
High: 106°F
Low: 84°F
Precipitation: 60%
Thursday
5/23
Broken clouds
94°F
High: 112°F
Low: 89°F
Precipitation: 25%
Friday
5/24
Overcast clouds
92°F
High: 101°F
Low: 85°F
Precipitation: 25%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Raipur, India RPR airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free RPR airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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