Commonly known as Nagpur Airport, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport is located in Sonegaon in Nagpur. This airport is one of the many international airports in the state of Maharashtra, alongside Mumbai, Pune, Nashik and Shirdi. It serves as an important junction connecting the city to important domestic destinations and some international ones, mainly in the Middle East. Read on to find out more about this airport and its features.
Nagpur Airport: Fact file
| Names | Nagpur Airport, Nagpur International Airport, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport |
| IATA | NAG |
| ICAO | VANP |
| Location | Sonegaon, Nagpur, Maharashtra – 440005 |
| Owner | Airports Authority of India |
| Operator | GMR Group, Mihan India Pvt Ltd (MIPL) |
| Total area | 1460 acres |
| Annual footfall (April 2022 – March 2023) | 25,65,155 |
| Terminals | 1 |
| Runways | 2 |
Flight operations
Nagpur Airport connects the surrounding regions to several important destinations. Here is a brief list of the most popular destinations you can reach from here:
| Destination | Airline | Flights/week | |
| Domestic | Ahmedabad | IndiGo, Star Air | 14 |
| Belgaum | Star Air | 14 | |
| Bengaluru | IndiGo, Star Air | 21 | |
| Delhi | IndiGo | 35 | |
| Goa | IndiGo | 7 | |
| Hyderabad | IndiGo, Star Air | 18 | |
| Indore | IndiGo | 14 | |
| Kolkata | IndiGo | 8 | |
| Lucknow | IndiGo | 7 | |
| Mumbai | IndiGo, Air India | 35 | |
| Nashik | IndiGo | 7 | |
| Pune | IndiGo | 21 | |
| International | Doha | Qatar Airways | 7 |
| Sharjah | Air Arabia | 2 |
How to reach Nagpur Airport?
Nagpur Airport is well-connected to the city by several means. Here’s how you can reach there:
By road
The airport is in close proximity to PV Narasimharao Expressway, which facilitates its connectivity to the city by road. It is located at a distance of 8 km from the city centre. Bus number 336 can be used to reach the airport. The nearest bus stop is Sonegaon HB Estate, located at a distance of 2 km. Moreover, you can conveniently take auto rickshaws or cabs to reach here.
By rail
The nearest railway station, Nagpur Junction Railway Station, is located at a distance of 10.5 km from the airport. From here, you will be required to travel by road by cab or bus to reach the airport.
By metro
The nearest metro station to the airport is the Airport South station. However, it is located at a distance of around 2 km from the airport and does not offer an efficient last mile connectivity, which might prove to be a problem when in a hurry.
See also: Nagpur Metro: Map, timings and fare
Real estate impact
Nagpur Airport has brought about a major boost to the real estate market in the vicinity. With a spike in tourism, the development of other economic activities is bound to follow in the region, thereby considerably improving the standard of living here. These factors make the region appealing for potential investors looking for lucrative options. Here is a list of some prominent real estate projects in the region for your perusal:
| Location | Distance from airport | Price per unit | |
| Atharva Nagari 8 | Pipla | 5.3 km | Rs 50.5 – 62 lakh |
| Dream Oasis | Pipla | 5.3 km | Rs 38 – 41 lakh |
| Mauli Nagar 19 | Jamtha | 10.8 km | Rs 26.5 lakh – 3 crore |
| Nakshatra Apartment | Bel Tarodi | 13 km | Rs 55 – 91 lakh |
Read also: Check Out the Leading Homebuyer Choices in Nagpur’s Neighbourhoods
FAQs
What are the names of Nagpur Airport?
Nagpur Airport is also known as Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport or Nagpur International Airport
Which airline companies conduct flight operations from Nagpur Airport?
IndiGo, Air India, Star Air, Qatar Airways and Air Arabia are the airlines that operate from Nagpur Airport to connect it to major cities.
How far is the airport from the city centre?
The city centre is located at a distance of 8 km from the airport and is easily accessible by road via auto rickshaw, cab or bus.
Does the airport have any international flights?
The airport connects Nagpur to the Middle East through flights to Doha and Sharjah several times a week.
Is there a lounge at Nagpur Airport?
Nagpur Airport has comfortable Travel Club lounges for passengers in the departure areas with seating areas, refreshments and internet access, as well as a Plaza Premium Lounge.
Are there facilities in place for passengers with special needs?
Nagpur Airport provides wheelchair assistance and accessible washrooms for passengers with special needs.
Are there any hotels near Nagpur Airport?
Yes, Radisson Blu, The Onyx and Urban Hermitage are some of the hotels near the airport.
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