How long should I plan for a layover in Guwahati?

The best layover in Guwahati is 4–16 hours. This gives you enough time to reach the city, see the highlights, and return to the airport with buffer time.

Do I need a visa for a layover in Guwahati?

US passport holders can get a visa on arrival for a layover in Guwahati.

Is Guwahati a good layover city?

Guwahati scores 62/100 on the LayoverScore™. It is a solid layover option, especially if you have 4+ hours.

Guwahati layover (GAU). 16h. LayoverScore™ 62.

GuwahatiGAU6h on the groundScore 62

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Guwahati

30 minutes to city center. 4–16 hours of layover time.

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Kamakhya Temple, one of India's most sacred Shakti pilgrimage sites

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What 16 hours in Guwahati gets you.

Kamakhya Temple, one of India's most sacred Shakti pilgrimage sites. Umananda Island Temple on the Brahmaputra River. Assam State Museum showcasing northeast Indian tribal artifacts.

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How long at Guwahati?

What 16 hours in Guwahati gets you.

Assam's ancient temples and the mighty Brahmaputra River, within reach from this terminal.

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