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    "addressCountry": "India",
    "addressLocality": "Gulbarga"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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  "city": "Gulbarga",
  "code": "GBI",
  "connection_tips": "Kalaburagi Airport (GBI), also known as Gulbarga Airport, is a domestic facility serving the northern region of Karnataka, India. Its primary role is to provide regional connectivity to major hubs, with the most frequent and reliable flights connecting GBI to Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru (BLR). For travelers coming from international or distant domestic locations, the most efficient route is to fly into Bengaluru and take a short connecting flight to Kalaburagi. Alternatively, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad (HYD) is about 230 kilometers away, which is a 4-5 hour drive or a similar journey by train.\n\nThe airport is located approximately 12 kilometers from the Kalaburagi city center. Upon arrival, the most convenient ground transportation options are pre-paid taxis and auto-rickshaws, which are available at the terminal exit. It is advisable to use the pre-paid counter if available to ensure a fair and standard rate. The terminal is compact and efficient; for domestic departures, arriving 90 minutes before your scheduled flight is typically more than enough time to clear security and check-in.\n\nFacilities at the terminal are functional but modest. There is a small refreshment area and basic waiting lounges, but extensive dining and shopping options are located within the city of Kalaburagi. If you are visiting for the famous Sharana Basaveshwara Temple or the Gulbarga Fort, ensure you have your local transport pre-coordinated through your hotel, as on-demand apps like Ola or Uber may have limited availability compared to larger Indian metros. The region is known for its intense heat during the summer months (March to June), so ensure you have sufficient water and have planned for temperature-controlled transit where possible.",
  "country": "India",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Most visitors connect via Bengaluru rather than making the long HYD drive.",
    "Arrive about 90 minutes early for domestic departures at Kalaburagi.",
    "Use prepaid taxis or auto-rickshaws for the 12 km trip into town.",
    "Pre-book pickup, as app rides can be patchy compared with big metros.",
    "The airport is handy for Gulbarga Fort and Khwaja Banda Nawaz Dargah."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "GBI",
  "icao": "VOGB",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 17.30778,
  "layover_planner_info": "Compact single-terminal with air-conditioned waiting areas and basic food services offering regional delicacies. All services within 5-minute walk. Extensive dining in Kalaburagi city.",
  "longitude": 76.95806,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact Airports Authority of India staff or airline representatives for domestic rebooking assistance. Alternative connections via Bengaluru (BLR) or Hyderabad (HYD). Local accommodation available in Kalaburagi.",
  "name": "Kalaburagi",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AGR",
      "name": "Agra Airport / Agra Air Force Station"
    },
    {
      "code": "IXX",
      "name": "Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station"
    },
    {
      "code": "SSE",
      "name": "Solapur Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Kalaburagi Airport (GBI), inaugurated on November 22, 2019, represents a modern regional aviation facility built by Karnataka's Public Works Department at a cost of Rs. 181 crore. Located 12 kilometers east of Kalaburagi city (formerly Gulbarga), the airport spans 742 acres with a 3,100-meter runway capable of accommodating Airbus A320 aircraft. The facility has surpassed pre-COVID traffic levels and serves as a successful model under India's UDAN regional connectivity scheme.\n\nThe contemporary single-terminal building efficiently handles up to 200 passengers simultaneously with energy-efficient lighting and climate control systems suited to Karnataka's hot climate. Modern amenities include accessible facilities for disabled passengers, mother-and-child rooms, a medical aid station, and 100-vehicle parking capacity. Star Air and Alliance Air operate daily services primarily to Bengaluru, Tirupati, and Delhi's Hindon Airport, with the Bengaluru route maintaining 80% load factors. The terminal's compact design allows five-minute navigation between check-in, security, and gates.\n\nGround access is provided via local taxis, auto-rickshaws, and limited bus services for the 30-45 minute journey to Kalaburagi's historic core, home to the Gulbarga Fort and Khwaja Banda Nawaz Dargah. The airport connects northern Karnataka's educational institutions and growing industrial base to major Indian cities, eliminating lengthy overland travel. Operating under Airports Authority of India management, GBI requires 90-minute early arrival for domestic flights and continues expanding route networks to Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Goa.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalaburagi"
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