Maha Shivratri 2027 falls on Saturday, 6 March 2027. For Mahakaleshwar in Ujjain, fly to Indore, roughly 55 to 60 km away by road. For Kashi Vishwanath, fly to Varanasi. For Somnath, Diu is the usual airport, roughly 60 to 90 km away depending on the source. Kedarnath is closed to visitors in winter, so it cannot be part of a March plan.
Updated October 2026 · HappyFares
Maha Shivratri is a night of fasting and prayer at Shiva temples across India, and the major shrines get busy well before the day itself. Here is how to pick the right airport for each one and when to book.
When is Maha Shivratri in 2027?
Maha Shivratri 2027 is on Saturday, 6 March 2027. Panchang sources agree on this date, which is set by the lunar calendar (Magha Krishna Chaturdashi). The main night-time puja timings differ slightly from one city and temple to another, so confirm the schedule with the temple trust nearer the date.
A Saturday festival means a natural long weekend for many travellers, which usually pushes up demand for flights into the pilgrimage cities. Fares tend to rise as the date approaches, so booking early is generally the safer approach, especially for Friday departures and Sunday returns.
Which airport is best for Ujjain and Mahakaleshwar?
Ujjain does not have a commercial airport of its own. The nearest is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore (IDR). The Mahakaleshwar temple website gives roughly 58 km from the airport to the temple, and other sources quote about 55 to 60 km depending on the starting point. A taxi from the airport typically takes a little over an hour, though festival traffic can add time.
Indore has regular flights from several large cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Ujjain Junction railway station is the closest station to the temple area, so a flight to Indore followed by a road transfer is the usual combination.
Did you know? Many first-time visitors search for flights to Ujjain and find none, because the city is served through Indore.
How do you fly to Varanasi for Kashi Vishwanath?
Varanasi has its own airport, Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS). Travel guides generally put it around 25 km from the Kashi Vishwanath temple, with a road journey of roughly 40 minutes to an hour or more depending on traffic. Around Maha Shivratri, expect heavier traffic and crowds in the old city, so allow extra time and plan to arrive a day early rather than on the same day as your darshan.
Varanasi is well connected by air to Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and other cities, which makes it one of the easier Shiva pilgrimages to reach by plane. Rather than aiming for the festival night itself, consider arriving on 4 or 5 March so you are rested and settled before the main day.
What is the nearest airport to Somnath?
Somnath is a Jyotirlinga on the Saurashtra coast in Gujarat. Diu Airport is the usual choice, with sources quoting anywhere from about 60 to 90 km by road, and Porbandar Airport is another option. Keshod airport is also close but check which airports currently have scheduled flights. The nearest railway station is Somnath Railway Station, and the town is connected by road to Rajkot, Junagadh, Porbandar and Ahmedabad.
Flights to Diu and Porbandar are fewer than those to the big metro airports, so schedules and seats are limited. If the direct options do not suit your dates, a bigger Gujarat airport combined with a road or rail leg is a common alternative. Check the airline schedule early, since small airports usually have only a few flights a day.
Can you visit Kedarnath on Maha Shivratri?
No. The Kedarnath shrine closes for the winter, usually around Bhai Dooj in October or November. After the closing ceremony, the deity is taken in a palanquin procession to the winter seat at the Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, where worship continues for the winter months. The Kedarnath temple doors typically reopen in April or May, so a March visit to the shrine itself is not possible.
If Kedarnath is on your list, plan it for the yatra season after the doors reopen. For Maha Shivratri, devotees who want a Himalayan Shiva darshan in winter can visit the winter seat at Ukhimath, but check access and arrangements with the local authorities, since conditions in the hills can change.
Common Questions
What is the date of Maha Shivratri in 2027?
It falls on Saturday, 6 March 2027, according to several panchang sources. Puja timings vary by city, so check with the temple.
Is there a direct flight to Ujjain?
No commercial airport serves Ujjain directly. Fly to Indore and continue by road, roughly 55 to 60 km depending on where in Ujjain you are headed.
How far is Varanasi airport from Kashi Vishwanath?
Travel guides give roughly 25 km. Allow plenty of buffer time around the festival because traffic in the city can be slow.
Which airport serves Somnath?
Diu is the usual choice, roughly 60 to 90 km from Somnath depending on the source, with Porbandar as another option.
Why can I not visit Kedarnath in March?
The shrine closes for winter after Bhai Dooj and typically reopens in April or May. Winter worship takes place at Ukhimath.
When should I book flights for Maha Shivratri?
As early as your plans allow. Demand for pilgrimage destinations tends to rise near the festival, and a Saturday date makes the weekend before it especially busy.
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Rules, schedules and fees change, so please verify current specifics with the airline, the temple authorities or the airport before you travel.
