Travel My Kashmir · Pre-book SXR pickup · Flight tracking · Placard at Gate 2 arrivals · WhatsApp confirmation · No surge pricing · +91 70066 88931
Our driver Manzoor has been doing the 4 AM SXR–Dal Gate run for 9 years. He knows which lane at the arrivals exit is fastest, which detour to take when the Boulevard is shut for a VVIP movement, and which dhaba in Pampore is still open for a chai stop if your flight lands at 2 AM. This page exists so you don’t have to deal with a prepaid kiosk shouting match at the airport curb.
Why pre-book — and not take a prepaid kiosk taxi at SXR
The prepaid kiosk at Srinagar Airport (Sheikh ul-Alam International, IATA: SXR) charges ₹1,200–1,400 for a Dal Lake drop in 2026. We charge ₹950 for the same drop in a Swift Dzire. The kiosk does not let you pick a vehicle, doesn’t track your flight, and pairs you with whichever driver shows up next in the queue. Pre-booking with us locks your fare, your vehicle and your driver — and we wait inside Gate 2 with a placard.
Srinagar Airport (SXR) taxi fare list 2026
| Drop | Dzire | Innova | Crysta | Tempo (12-seat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SXR → Dal Lake / Boulevard / Nigeen | ₹950 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,200 |
| SXR → Lal Chowk / Rajbagh / Hazratbal | ₹950 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,200 |
| SXR → Gulmarg (direct) | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,500 |
| SXR → Pahalgam (direct) | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹7,200 |
| SXR → Sonamarg (direct) | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,200 |
| SXR → Katra (Vaishno Devi) | ₹8,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,500 | — |
| SXR → Leh (2N/3D drive) | — | — | ₹26,000 | — |
Fares are inclusive of fuel, toll and driver. After 10 PM and before 5 AM, a ₹200 night surcharge applies on city drops only (long-distance drops have no night charge).
How the pickup actually works
- You WhatsApp us your flight number and date. We confirm in 30 minutes and assign a driver. You receive his photo, name and vehicle number.
- 2 hours before landing, your driver leaves our Rajbagh yard. He parks in the SXR pickup zone (Lot B) and walks to Arrivals Gate 2 with a placard with your name.
- We track your flight on the SXR official site. If you’re delayed, no extra charge.
- You exit the arrivals hall, your driver helps with luggage, you’re at Dal Lake in 35 minutes.
- Pay by cash, UPI or card at the end; or pay 20% advance online and balance on drop.
What if my flight is delayed or rescheduled?
We monitor the SXR live flight board. If your flight is delayed up to 4 hours, no extra charge. Beyond 4 hours, the driver moves to airport parking (we pay) and waits — still no extra charge. If your flight is cancelled and you reschedule, we re-assign your pickup to the new date at no penalty.
Late-night arrivals (after 10 PM) — special protocol
SXR has a handful of late-evening flights from Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. We assign late-night pickups only to our senior drivers. Standard ₹200 night surcharge applies between 10 PM and 5 AM on city drops.
Booking your return airport drop
If you book the same driver for your full trip, the airport drop on departure day is included free. If you only need a one-way drop on departure, fares match the table above with no surcharge for early-morning flights (5 AM departures are common; we drive you out at 3 AM).
Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I book my SXR airport taxi?
72 hours ahead is ideal so we can assign your preferred vehicle. Same-day bookings work for standard Dzire/Innova but can’t always guarantee Crysta or Tempo Traveller.
How much does an airport taxi cost from SXR to Dal Lake in 2026?
₹950 for a Swift Dzire (pre-booked). ₹1,250 for an Innova. ₹1,400 for an Innova Crysta. The prepaid kiosk charges ₹1,200–1,400 for the same drop without flight tracking.
Is there a night charge after 10 PM?
₹200 for city drops between 10 PM and 5 AM. No night charge for long-distance drops to Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg or Katra.
What happens if my flight gets cancelled?
Free reschedule to the new date. If you cancel entirely and notify us 6+ hours before scheduled pickup, full refund of the ₹200 advance.
Can I pay the driver in cash, UPI or credit card?
All three. Cash on drop is standard. UPI to our driver’s QR code works on the spot. Credit card: we’ll send a payment link via WhatsApp (small 1.5% gateway fee).
Will the driver wait if I am late at the baggage belt?
Yes — up to 90 minutes from your landing time, no extra charge. Beyond that, ₹100 per additional hour.
Are tolls and parking included in the airport fare?
Yes. SXR parking, airport entry toll and any city toll are all included.
Book your SXR pickup now
WhatsApp +91 70066 88931 with your flight number, date and drop point. We respond inside 30 minutes between 7 AM and 11 PM IST; emergency line 24×7.
See also: Full Kashmir cab service · Innova Crysta · Srinagar to Gulmarg cab · Srinagar to Pahalgam cab