Official dates and theme for the 2027 Surajkund International Crafts Mela had not been announced when this was written. The 2026 edition ran from 31 January to 15 February at Surajkund, Faridabad, Haryana, so early February is the likely window. The nearest major airport is Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (DEL), roughly 25 km away by road.
Updated October 2026 · HappyFares
Surajkund is the crafts fair that brings artisans from across India and partner countries to the edge of Delhi each winter. If you are flying in, the plan is simple, but the dates need patience.
When is Surajkund Mela 2027?
No official 2027 dates or theme had been published at the time of writing. The latest edition I could verify is the 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela in 2026, which ran from 31 January to 15 February, a Saturday start. Its central theme was “Local to Global: Atmanirbhar Bharat”, with Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya as theme states and Egypt as partner country.
Older editions point the same way. A report on the 2018 fair gave dates of 2 to 18 February. So the fair has tended to run from the end of January or the start of February into mid-February, but the exact days and the theme change every year. Wait for the Haryana Tourism announcement before booking anything you cannot change.
Where is Surajkund and which airport should I use?
The venue is at Surajkund in Faridabad district, Haryana, on the southern edge of Delhi. The nearest major airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. A government listing for the fair puts the airport at 23 km, and Wikipedia gives 25 km, so call it roughly 25 km by road. Travel time depends on traffic, and commonly quoted figures run from about 35 minutes to over an hour.
There is no other practical airport for this fair, so your search is simply for flights to Delhi. Most domestic routes to Delhi have many daily options across IndiGo, Air India, Akasa and Air India Express, which makes it one of the easier trips to plan.
Is there anything on right now at Surajkund?
Yes. A separate event, the Surajkund Diwali Mela, is reported for 23 to 26 October 2026 at the Surajkund Mela Ground in Faridabad, organised by the Haryana Tourism Department. It opens on Friday 23 October 2026 and runs to Monday 26 October 2026. It is a smaller, festive fair and a good test run if you have never been to the venue.
How should I choose a fare for the crafts fair?
People who visit Surajkund tend to come home with bulky items such as furniture, textiles, pottery and handicrafts. That affects the fare you pick.
- If you expect to shop, choose a fare with checked baggage, or add baggage online ahead of time.
- For IndiGo, compare Saver with Flexi Plus. For Akasa, Saver with Flexi. For Air India, Value, Classic and Flex. For Air India Express, Value and Flex.
- Choose a flexible fare if your dates depend on the official announcement.
- Fragile items such as pottery are better wrapped and kept in the cabin bag if size allows.
Did you know that Delhi’s airport has been the busiest in India by passenger traffic since 2009? In practice that means plenty of flights to choose from. Fares still move, so a price alert helps you catch a dip.
Try to compare more than one departure time. A flight that lands mid-morning gives you the whole day at the fair, while a late evening arrival means you start the next morning. If you are travelling as a family, check seat selection and baggage costs together, since the cheapest base fare can end up costing more once extras are added.
What should I know before travelling?
Weekends draw the largest crowds, so a weekday visit is usually calmer. Plan your return flight with a buffer, as the road between Surajkund and the airport can be slow in the evening. Check entry tickets, timings and parking on the official Haryana Tourism notice once published.
If you are coming from outside the Delhi region, it often makes sense to stay in Delhi or Gurugram or Faridabad rather than commuting far on the day of your flight. Consider a morning fair visit and an afternoon or night flight only if you have left a comfortable margin for the road. Security and baggage drop at a large airport take time, so arrive at the terminal well ahead of departure, as your airline advises.
Common Questions
Are the Surajkund Mela 2027 dates out?
Not as far as could be found. The 2026 fair ran from 31 January to 15 February, and the 2027 dates should be announced by Haryana Tourism.
Where is Surajkund Mela held?
At Surajkund, in Faridabad, Haryana, close to the southern edge of Delhi.
Which airport is closest?
Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, roughly 23 to 25 km from the venue depending on the source.
What was the 2026 theme?
“Local to Global: Atmanirbhar Bharat”, with Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya as theme states and Egypt as partner country. The 2027 theme is not yet announced.
Do airlines charge for check-in?
No. Web check-in and airport check-in are free on Indian airlines.
Can I carry handicrafts on the flight?
Yes, within your baggage allowance, and liquids over 100 ml per container belong in checked baggage. Check your airline’s cabin baggage size limits.
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Event dates, rules and fees change. Please verify current specifics with Haryana Tourism, your airline, DGCA or the airport before you travel.
