Northeast States, India
Air travel provides the fastest way to reach Nagaland, connecting it to major Indian cities.
Dimapur Airport mainly connects to major Indian cities.
Flights are year-round. Higher prices October-March (Hornbill Festival, Indian holidays). Lower fares monsoon season (June-September).
Dimapur Airport is a small domestic airport with basic facilities: waiting areas, small shops, limited food stalls. Prepaid taxi counter outside.
Prepaid taxis and auto-rickshaws to Dimapur city. Shared Sumos and private taxis to Kohima (3-4 hours travel).
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Nagaland shares an international border with Myanmar. Formal tourist border crossings with Myanmar are not generally accessible for foreign tourists without special arrangements.
Dimapur Railway Station (DMV) is the only railway station in Nagaland directly connected to the Indian railway network.
Buses offer an economical way to travel to and from Nagaland, connecting it to regional centers.
Nagaland's geographical location means sea or river travel is not applicable for direct entry into the state.
The Brahmaputra River, used for cruises in Assam, does not flow through Nagaland.
Not applicable; there are no seaports in Nagaland. All entry and exit procedures occur via air or land borders.
Main travel methods link Nagaland to neighboring Indian states through roads and railway networks.
Focus travel planning on air and road options, as these form the entire transport infrastructure for visitors.
No specific "exit fees" or taxes are charged when departing Nagaland or India, beyond those already included in your flight or train ticket price.
Plan your departure timing to ensure a smooth exit from Nagaland and India.
Basic facilities for departing travelers, including waiting areas, restrooms, and limited food and beverage options.
Provides waiting rooms, food stalls, and restrooms. Platforms can be crowded during peak times.
Facilities are typically very basic, often just open-air waiting areas and small tea stalls.
Confirm any required departure procedures or deregistration if necessary for your ILP/FRO, though it's generally not needed for standard tourist visits. Always clarify locally if uncertain.
