By Air:

The state has its airport in Dimapur, which is regularly serviced by major airlines. The city is linked to Kolkata by air. Indian Airlines and Jet Airways (2011) fly to Dimapur. Tourists then have to travel to Kohima by road. Visit www.indian-airlines.nic.in  and www.jetairways.com to book flight tickets online. 

By Road:

A good road network covers the state. The state capital Kohima is linked to Shillong and Guwahati, which are important cities in northeastern India. Frist proceed to Dimapur and then travel to Kohima.  

By Rail: The major railhead in the state is Dimapur, which is linked to Guwahati, the gateway to the northeastern India. Guwahati is in turn connected to the rest of the country by important trains. Visit www.indianrail.gov.in and www.irctc.co.in to book rail tickets online. 

Entry formalities:

Before embarking on a journey to Nagaland, acquiring the entry permit is a must. 

Domestic tourists should obtain the Inner Line permit issued by the following authorities : Deputy Resident Commissioner, Nagaland House, New Delhi, Deputy Resident Commissioner, Nagaland House, Kolkota,  Assistant Resident Commissioner In Guwahati and Shillong, Deputy Commissioner of Dimapur, Kohima and Mokokchung

Foreign tourists

Foreign tourists no longer require a Restricted Area Permit (RAP) / Protected Area Permit (PAP) to enter Nagaland during 2012. Previously, tourists were required to travel in a minimum group of four people. They were allowed to visit all 11 district headquarters and specified places with this permit, valid for 10 days, with an option to extend for up to a month.

The new rules only require foreigners to register themselves at the local Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) of the district they visit within 24 hours of their arrival. This is a temporary change in effect for one year.

Note: RAP/PAP is still a requirement for Pakistani and Chinese nationals.