Just past security in T1, Souvenir Shop is the main place at Lengpui Airport (AJL) to grab last‑minute gifts from Mizoram before boarding. It sits in the public side of the compact Terminal 1, so you can swing by even if you’re only dropping someone off. Stock turns over slowly, so what you see on the shelves is what you get on that day.
Souvenir Shop keeps typical airport hours, roughly matching T1’s first and last departures, so expect it to be open from early-morning check‑in through the final evening flights. Prices sit above Aizawl city markets by a noticeable margin, but still land in the “small present” range for most items. Think simple keychains, basic printed T‑shirts, and generic travel trinkets rather than rare local handicrafts.
You won’t find premium brands here, just unbranded Mizoram‑themed items with airport markups. Stock usually includes fridge magnets under ₹200, T‑shirts in the ₹400–₹700 band, and a few small bags and caps. If you want authentic bamboo or handloom work, buy that in Aizawl before you head to T1; this shop leans more touristy than artisan. Payment is usually cash‑first, with cards working intermittently when the network cooperates.
There isn’t much in the way of snacks beyond basic packaged items that echo what you’d see in other parts of Terminal 1. With no widely reported complaints or standout favorites, treat Souvenir Shop as a backup, not a destination. One practical tip: do a quick lap of T1 before you commit here; if you spot the same magnet or T‑shirt in town later, it will almost always be cheaper than at Souvenir Shop.