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Planning to fly to Halwara? Here’s what you need to know about the airport, flight connections and your journey to Punjab.
Looking for flights to Halwara from the UK? Halwara Airport (HWR) provides air connectivity for the Ludhiana region of Punjab, with Air India operating flights between Halwara and Delhi.
For travellers from the UK, the main way to reach Halwara by air is to fly to Delhi and connect onwards to Halwara. Air India introduced its Delhi to Halwara service in May 2026, with connections through Delhi to its wider international network, including the UK.
If you are travelling to Ludhiana or the surrounding area, Halwara can provide a more direct option than flying to another Punjab airport and continuing the whole journey by road.
Punjab Travel can help you compare available flights and find a suitable itinerary based on your travel dates, departure airport, baggage requirements and budget.
The airport serving the Ludhiana region is Halwara Airport, with the airport code HWR.
Halwara Airport is approximately 28 km from Ludhiana city and operates from a single terminal.
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Airport |
Information |
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Airport name |
Halwara Airport |
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IATA code |
HWR |
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Region served |
Ludhiana, Punjab |
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Distance from Ludhiana |
Approximately 28 km |
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Main air connection |
Delhi (DEL) |
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Airline |
Air India |
You may also see Ludhiana when searching for flights. Air India's own booking and airport information uses both Halwara and Ludhiana terminology, so the important thing is to check the airport details shown on your booking. Air India's dedicated airport information identifies Halwara Airport as HWR.
For this page, Halwara Airport (HWR) is the airport we are referring to.
There are currently no direct flights from the UK to Halwara.
The main route for UK travellers is:
UK → Delhi → Halwara
For example:
London → Delhi → Halwara
or
Birmingham → Delhi → Halwara
Air India's Halwara service was specifically introduced to connect the Ludhiana region with Delhi and provide onward connections to international destinations, including London and Birmingham.
Your exact route will depend on your departure airport, travel dates and available connections.
Travelling from the UK to Halwara normally involves an international flight to Delhi followed by domestic flights to Halwara.
Passengers travelling from London can connect through Delhi before continuing to Halwara.
Air India's Halwara service was designed to connect with its international network through Delhi, including London. Eligible itineraries can be booked on a single ticket with baggage through-checked to the final destination.
Birmingham is another useful departure point for travellers heading to the Ludhiana region.
Air India specifically included Birmingham among the international destinations connected to Halwara through Delhi.
Travellers from Manchester can also look at connecting itineraries to Halwara.
The available options will depend on your dates and the airlines operating your international journey. You may need to connect through Delhi before taking the domestic flight to Halwara.
Punjab Travel can check the available options for your dates rather than relying on a fixed route or fare.
For most UK travellers, the journey will involve two main flight stages:
|
Stage |
Journey |
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1 |
UK → Delhi |
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2 |
Delhi → Halwara |
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3 |
Halwara → your final destination |
The important connection is at Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
Air India operates the Delhi–Halwara route and has designed the service to connect with its international network through Delhi. For eligible Air India itineraries, passengers can travel on a single ticket with baggage through-checked to their final destination.
If your UK to Delhi to Halwara journey is booked as an eligible connecting Air India itinerary, the domestic and international parts can be included on the same ticket.
Air India says its Halwara service provides same-terminal transfers at Delhi Airport for its relevant domestic and international connections, as well as through-checking of baggage.
However, you should always check your individual booking before travelling because terminal arrangements, connection instructions and baggage procedures can depend on your itinerary.
Delhi Airport has three terminals, with Terminal 3 used for both international and domestic operations and Terminals 1 and 2 also used for domestic flights.
Your ticket or airline instructions should therefore be checked carefully before your journey.
Air India was the first airline to begin commercial services to Halwara.
The airline launched its Delhi to Halwara service on 15 May 2026, operating two daily flights in each direction.
The announced schedule is:
|
Flight |
Route |
Departure |
Arrival |
Days |
|
AI481 |
Delhi → Halwara |
05:55 |
07:05 |
Daily |
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AI482 |
Halwara → Delhi |
07:55 |
09:10 |
Daily |
|
AI483 |
Delhi → Halwara |
12:55 |
14:10 |
Daily |
|
AI484 |
Halwara → Delhi |
14:40 |
15:55 |
Daily |
All times are local times. These are the published timings for the route, but flight schedules can change, so always check the available flight for your specific travel date before booking.
The Delhi to Halwara flight takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes according to Air India's current route information.
However, this is only the domestic part of the journey.
For a UK passenger, your total travel time will also depend on:
This is why it is better to compare the whole itinerary, rather than just the flight time.
Halwara Airport is approximately 28 km from Ludhiana city.
This makes the airport particularly relevant for passengers travelling to Ludhiana and nearby parts of Punjab. After landing, you will need to continue your journey by road.
Halwara Airport is around 28 km from central Ludhiana, so you will need road transport to continue your journey into the city. Air India currently confirms that pre-paid taxi services are available at the airport. While other public transport options are not currently available from the terminal.
If you are travelling to Ludhiana, it is a good idea to arrange your taxi or collection in advance, particularly if you are arriving on an international connection or travelling with family and luggage. Recent reports have also highlighted restrictions on app-based taxi pickups directly from the airport, so passengers should not assume that services such as Uber or Ola will be available at the terminal.
Halwara is a relatively new airport, so its facilities are more limited than those at larger international airports.
Air India's current airport information lists:
There are currently no lounge facilities at Halwara Airport.
If you need special assistance, Air India states that support is available through its Airport Ticketing Office near the departure entrance.
If you are travelling from the UK to Halwara via Delhi, your baggage allowance will depend on the fare and ticket you book.
For an eligible Air India journey where your UK to Delhi and Delhi to Halwara flights are booked on the same ticket, Air India says the international sector's baggage allowance applies to the journey. It also allows baggage to be through-checked to the final destination on eligible connecting itineraries.
For Air India international Economy flights from the UK to India, the current allowances are:
|
Economy fare |
Checked baggage |
Cabin baggage |
|
Value |
1 × 23 kg |
7 kg |
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Classic |
2 × 23 kg |
7 kg |
|
Flex |
2 × 23 kg |
7 kg |
So, for example, a Classic Economy ticket could give you two checked bags of up to 23 kg each, plus a 7 kg cabin bag.
Air India's current UK booking information also confirms 7 kg cabin baggage across its Economy fares.
If your Delhi to Halwara flight is part of the same eligible Air India ticket, you do not normally have to use a separate domestic baggage allowance. Air India says passengers travelling on the same ticket have the baggage allowance of the international sector applied, with baggage through-checked to the final destination on eligible itineraries.
This is important because Air India's standalone domestic fares have different baggage allowances. For example, its domestic Economy fares currently range from 15 kg to 25 kg depending on the fare.
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Your booking |
What to expect |
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UK → Delhi → Halwara on one eligible Air India ticket |
International baggage allowance can apply throughout the journey |
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Separate UK to Delhi and Delhi to Halwara tickets |
Baggage rules may be different for each ticket |
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Economy Value |
Typically 1 × 23 kg checked bag + 7 kg cabin baggage on the UK–India sector |
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Economy Classic/Flex |
Typically 2 × 23 kg checked bags + 7 kg cabin baggage on the UK–India sector |
For eligible Air India connecting itineraries, yes. Air India says baggage can be through-checked to the final destination when travelling on the relevant single-ticket journey.
However, always check your ticket and baggage receipt at check-in to make sure your bags are tagged through to Halwara.
If your flights are booked separately, the process can be different.
Baggage can make a big difference when comparing flight prices. The baggage allowance shown on your ticket is the one that applies to your journey, so check the final booking details before travelling. Air India's baggage rules can also vary by route, fare and ticket type.
If you're unsure which fare gives you the baggage you need, Punjab Travel can check the baggage allowance before you book.
If you are looking for cheap flights to Halwara, comparing different travel dates and flight options can help you find a better fare. Halwara Airport is currently connected to Delhi by Air India, giving passengers the option to connect through Delhi for onward domestic and international journeys.
To find a suitable fare:
Punjab Travel can check the available flights to Halwara for your preferred dates and help you compare the available routes, timings, airlines and baggage options before booking.
Before booking flights to Halwara, look beyond the headline price. Checking your connection, baggage allowance and airport details can help you avoid problems during your journey.
Make sure your booking is for Halwara Airport (HWR), which serves the Ludhiana region in Punjab. Halwara Airport is around 28 km from Ludhiana city and currently operates from a single terminal.
Many flights to Halwara connect through Delhi (DEL). Air India currently operates two daily flights between Delhi and Halwara, with onward connections available through Delhi to destinations including the UK and Europe.
If your journey involves a connection, check the connection time carefully. A longer connection can give you more time to deal with any delays or airport procedures.
Don't assume your international baggage allowance automatically applies to every flight.
Before paying, check whether your booking includes:
When the Delhi to Halwara connection is booked as part of an eligible Air India itinerary, Air India says baggage can be through-checked to the final destination.
Delhi Airport has three terminals, and the terminal used can depend on your flight. Air India currently operates international services from Terminal 3, while some domestic services operate from Terminal 2.
Always check the terminal shown on your booking before travelling, particularly if you are connecting between an international and domestic flight.
Halwara Airport is approximately 28 km from Ludhiana city, so think about how you will continue your journey after landing.
If you are travelling onwards to Ludhiana or another nearby town, arrange your taxi, pickup or other transport in advance where possible.
Finally, compare the whole journey, not just the advertised fare. Look at the airline, connection time, baggage allowance, travel dates and arrival time before choosing your flight.
For UK travellers, an itinerary connecting through Delhi may provide a convenient way to reach the Ludhiana area without having to travel onwards from another major Punjab airport. Air India specifically designed its Halwara service to connect with international destinations through Delhi.
Halwara is not necessarily the best airport for every traveller visiting Punjab.
Your best choice depends on where you are actually going and which flights are available on your dates.
For someone travelling specifically to the Ludhiana area, Halwara can be particularly convenient because it is around 28 km from Ludhiana.
If you are travelling to another part of Punjab, however, it may make more sense to compare Halwara with other airports such as:
Punjab Travel can help you compare the available flights and decide which airport makes the most sense for your final destination.
Travelling to Halwara from the UK can involve an international flight, a connection in Delhi and a domestic flight to Halwara.
Punjab Travel can help you look at the complete journey rather than simply finding one flight.
We can help you check:
If you are unsure whether Halwara, Amritsar or Chandigarh is the best airport for your destination, we can help you compare your options.
Halwara Airport gives travellers a new way to reach the Ludhiana region of Punjab by air.
For UK travellers, the main journey is currently:
UK → Delhi → Halwara
With the right connection, this can provide a practical alternative to flying into another Punjab airport and continuing the journey by road.
Whether you are travelling from London, Birmingham, Manchester or another UK airport, Punjab Travel can help you check the available routes and find a suitable flight for your dates.
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