Updated: November 2026
Short answer: Ahmedabad has non-stop flights to Srinagar: on our check for 20 November 2026, SpiceJet left at 09:10 (landing 11:20) and IndiGo at 14:05 (landing 16:15), each about 2 h 10 min. December 2026 one-way fares were typically US$77–107 (about ₹7,300–₹10,200), with several days at US$74. By train, three weekly superfast trains run from Ahmedabad to Jammu Tawi in about 24.5 hours and on to Katra, and a daily train runs from Sabarmati. A 6-day trip by air costs about ₹34,600–₹41,300 per person with our ₹16,999 land package (off-season).
Quick answer: Kashmir from Ahmedabad
- Non-stop flights: SpiceJet and IndiGo, about 2 h 10 min.
- Fare (one way, Dec 2026): typically US$77–107 (~₹7,300–₹10,200); low US$74.
- Fastest train: 12473/12475/12477 (Sat, Tue, Wed), Ahmedabad 14:20 → Jammu Tawi 14:50 next day → Katra 17:50.
- Daily train: 19223 Sabarmati–Jammu Tawi Express, about 32 hours.
- Trip length: 6 days by air; 8–9 days by train with Vaishno Devi.
- Cost: about ₹34,600–₹41,300 per person by air with a 6-day package (off-season).
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How do you get from Ahmedabad to Kashmir?
Ahmedabad is well placed for Kashmir: there are non-stop flights to Srinagar, and the rail link to Jammu and Katra is one of the shortest from western India. Fly for a short trip; take the train if you are combining Kashmir with Vaishno Devi.
| Route | Travel time | Then | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-stop flight → Srinagar | About 2 h 10 min | Pick-up at Srinagar airport | Most families and couples |
| One-stop flight via Delhi | About 5–10 h | Pick-up at Srinagar airport | When non-stops are full |
| Superfast to Katra + Vande Bharat | About 27.5 h to Katra, then 3 h | Vaishno Devi first | Pilgrims, groups |
| Sabarmati–Jammu Tawi Express + road or train | About 32 h | Night in Jammu, then Srinagar | Daily option, budget travellers |
Is there a direct flight from Ahmedabad to Srinagar?
Yes. SlickTrip lists IndiGo as a non-stop carrier on Ahmedabad–Srinagar, and SpiceJet also showed a non-stop on our sample day. Friday 20 November 2026:
| Flight (example day: Fri 20 Nov 2026) | Departs → Arrives | Journey |
|---|---|---|
| SpiceJet SG634, non-stop | 09:10 → 11:20 | 2 h 10 min |
| IndiGo 6E6164, non-stop | 14:05 → 16:15 | 2 h 10 min |
| IndiGo via Delhi (6E6867 + 6E912) | 10:00 → 15:10 | 5 h 10 min |
| IndiGo via Delhi (6E983 + 6E2496) | 07:40 → 14:00 | 6 h 20 min |
In December 2026 the typical one-way fare was US$77–107 (about ₹7,300–₹10,200). Several early-December days (1, 4, 5, 8, 10 and 17 December) were at US$74, and the highest was US$111. The morning non-stop gives you an afternoon on Dal Lake on day 1.
Which trains run from Ahmedabad towards Kashmir?
Trains from Ahmedabad and Sabarmati to Jammu Tawi and Katra:
| Train | Runs | Departs | Arrives | Journey | Listed fare (SL / 3A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12473 / 12475 / 12477 Superfast to Katra | Sat / Tue / Wed | Ahmedabad 14:20 | Jammu Tawi 14:50 (next day); Katra 17:50 | 24 h 30 min to Jammu | ₹750 / ₹1,895 |
| 19223 Sabarmati–Jammu Tawi Express | Daily | Sabarmati 10:25 | Jammu Tawi 18:40 (next day) | 32 h 15 min | ₹665 / ₹1,715 |
| 19415 Sabarmati–Katra Express | Sun | Sabarmati 21:35 | Jammu Tawi 04:10 (day 3); Katra 06:35 | 30 h 35 min to Jammu | ₹710 / ₹1,835 |
| 19027 Vivek Express | Sat | Ahmedabad 19:00 | Jammu Tawi 23:25 (next day) | 28 h 25 min | ₹640 / ₹1,665 |
The superfast trains reach Katra at 17:50: rest, do the Vaishno Devi yatra next day, then take the 08:10 Vande Bharat to Srinagar. The Sunday 19415 reaches Katra at 06:35, in time for that same 08:10 train. Going home, 12474/12476/12478 leave Jammu Tawi at 11:35 (Thu, Mon, Sun) and reach Ahmedabad at 12:05 the next day; the daily 19224 leaves Jammu at 06:05 for Sabarmati (14:05 next day).
Vande Bharat from Jammu and Katra to Srinagar
| Vande Bharat | Runs | Jammu Tawi | Katra | Srinagar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26401 | Daily except Tuesday | 06:20 | 08:10 | 11:10 |
| 26403 | Daily except Wednesday | 13:20 | 14:55 | 18:05 |
| 26404 (return) | Daily except Wednesday | 12:45 (arr.) | 11:05 | 08:00 (dep.) |
| 26402 (return) | Daily except Tuesday | 18:50 (arr.) | 16:55 | 14:00 (dep.) |
Erail lists chair-car fares of about ₹890 from Katra and ₹1,020 from Jammu Tawi to Srinagar (including catering) in November 2026; IRCTC shows the final fare. Security checks at Katra and Srinagar stations take time, so reach 45–60 minutes early. More in our Katra to Srinagar train guide.
What does a 6-day Kashmir trip from Ahmedabad look like?
With the morning non-stop, day 1 already includes Dal Lake:
| Day | Plan | Night |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Land in Srinagar, check in to a Dal Lake houseboat, sunset shikara. | Houseboat |
| 2 | Day trip to Gulmarg (about 50 km): gondola Phase 1 and 2, meadows or snow. | Srinagar |
| 3 | Drive to Pahalgam (90–95 km) via the Pampore saffron fields and Awantipora ruins. | Pahalgam |
| 4 | Betaab, Aru and Chandanwari by Pahalgam union taxi; evening by the Lidder. | Pahalgam |
| 5 | Back to Srinagar: Nishat, Shalimar, Pari Mahal, old city and shopping. | Srinagar |
| 6 | Morning free; transfer to Srinagar airport. | — |
This follows our Magical Kashmir Economy tour, from ₹16,999 per person on twin sharing. By train with Vaishno Devi, choose the 6-day Kashmir and Vaishno Devi tour (from ₹17,499) or the 7-day version with Pahalgam and a houseboat (from ₹24,999). See also our Vaishno Devi yatra guide.
How much does a Kashmir tour package from Ahmedabad cost?
Approximate per-person costs from Ahmedabad, off-season, twin sharing:
| Per person (twin sharing) | By air | By train |
|---|---|---|
| Getting there and back | Return flights about ₹14,600–₹20,300 | Superfast 3A about ₹3,800 return + Vande Bharat Srinagar–Jammu about ₹1,000 (Katra–Srinagar leg is in the package) |
| Land package | From ₹16,999 (6D/5N) | From ₹17,499 (6D/5N from Jammu) |
| Local extras | About ₹3,000–4,000 | About ₹3,000–4,000 |
| Approximate total | ₹34,600–₹41,300 | ₹25,300–₹26,300, plus 2–3 extra days |
Land prices are the live ‘from’ prices on our tour pages (off-season, twin sharing); peak dates cost more. Flight fares are the lowest fares we saw for each December 2026 departure day when we checked on 5 November 2026, converted at about ₹95 to the US dollar and doubled for a return trip; they change daily. Train fares are listed adult fares; check IRCTC. Full breakdown: Kashmir trip cost.
When should travellers from Ahmedabad go to Kashmir?
Gujarat’s school Diwali vacation runs from 5 to 25 November 2026. Kashmir in late November is cold, clear and quiet, with the chance of early snow in Gulmarg; read Kashmir in November before you pack. The 2027 summer vacation is scheduled for 3 May to 6 June, the peak window for Gujarati families, so book flights and houseboats early. Late December–February is the snow season (Kashmir snowfall), and tulips bloom from mid-March to mid-April.
Tips for travellers from Ahmedabad
- Food: tell us if you need pure-vegetarian or Jain meals; we pass requests to hotels and houseboats in advance, and Srinagar has vegetarian restaurants.
- Cold: for November–February, pack thermals, a warm jacket, gloves and woollen socks; nights are below freezing in Gulmarg.
- Groups: large family groups can travel in a Tempo Traveller from Jammu or Srinagar; ask us for a quote.
- Phone: prepaid SIMs from other states generally don’t work in J&K; carry a postpaid connection.
- What’s open: Baisaran near Pahalgam is still closed; Betaab, Aru and Chandanwari are open (November 2026). Read is Kashmir safe to visit.
What this means for your trip
From Ahmedabad, take the morning non-stop and plan six days; budget about ₹34,600–₹41,300 per person off-season. For Vaishno Devi, the superfast trains to Katra and the Vande Bharat to Srinagar make an easy combined trip.
Kashmir tour package from Ahmedabad: frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Ahmedabad to Srinagar?
Yes. On 20 November 2026 SpiceJet SG634 (09:10–11:20) and IndiGo 6E6164 (14:05–16:15) flew non-stop, each about 2 h 10 min.
What is the flight fare from Ahmedabad to Srinagar?
For December 2026, typical one-way fares were US$77–107 (about ₹7,300–₹10,200), with several days at US$74, on a SlickTrip check on 5 November 2026.
Which trains go from Ahmedabad to Jammu or Katra?
12473, 12475 and 12477 (Sat, Tue, Wed) leave Ahmedabad at 14:20 and reach Jammu Tawi at 14:50 next day and Katra at 17:50. The 19223 Sabarmati–Jammu Tawi Express runs daily in about 32 hours.
How much does a Kashmir trip from Ahmedabad cost?
About ₹34,600–₹41,300 per person for six days with flights, a land package from ₹16,999 and local extras, off-season, twin sharing.
Can we get vegetarian or Jain food in Kashmir?
Yes, with some planning. Srinagar has vegetarian restaurants, and we ask hotels and houseboats in advance for pure-veg or Jain meals.
Is Diwali vacation a good time for Kashmir?
Yes, if you are ready for cold. Late November is clear and quiet, with autumn colours and a chance of early snow in Gulmarg.
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