โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
60
minutes
International โ Domestic
60
minutes
International โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Gaya International Airport serves as the gateway to Bodh Gaya, Buddhism's most sacred pilgrimage site located just 5 km away. The 7,500 square meter terminal building accommodates both domestic and international operations, with capacity for 250 departures and 250 arrivals, featuring two aerobridges and an apron for five A320-type aircraft. The terminal divides into domestic (100 passengers peak) and international (400 passengers peak) sections, primarily serving Buddhist pilgrims from Southeast Asia during the October-January peak season.
Domestic operations include daily IndiGo flights to Delhi and Kolkata, plus Air India service to Delhi (started September 2025). International seasonal services operate from Thai Airways, Myanmar National Airlines, Druk Air, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai AirAsia, and Sky Angkor Airlines, connecting Bangkok, Yangon, Paro, Colombo, and other Buddhist-majority cities. SpiceJet operates special Hajj charters, transporting 15,500+ pilgrims in 2025. Security measures are strict with efficient processing for the moderate passenger volumes.
Facilities include free Wi-Fi, medical assistance with qualified personnel, wheelchair services, food outlets, and a waiting lounge with comfortable seating. The cafeteria offers basic dining, while free baggage trolleys and first-aid facilities serve all passengers. Despite expansion plans stalled since 2012 due to land acquisition issues for runway extension and new terminal construction, the airport maintains efficient operations for religious tourism with helpful staff and commendable cleanliness standards throughout the Buddhist pilgrimage season.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow extra time for connections and check local procedures.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Akola Airport (AKD) serves the city of Akola in Maharashtra with a compact passenger terminal primarily supporting regional operations and general aviation. Landside, a small departures hall houses airline checkโin counters and baggage drop; after security screening, passengers proceed to a simple airside lounge before groundโlevel boarding via stairs or a short bus ride to remote stands. Arrivals route to a basic baggage reclaim area and exit to the forecourt.\n\nThe layout is straightforward and walkable. From curb or parking to checkโin typically takes 2โ3 minutes. From security to the nearest boarding points is about 3โ5 minutes, and to remote stands around 5โ7 minutes including transfer when used. There are no interโterminal transfers or peopleโmovers.\n\nSecurity screening follows Indian civil aviation requirements and is located at the entrance to departures. AKD handles domestic flights; immigration and customs formalities for international itineraries are completed at larger Indian hubs on connection. During peak travel periods and festivals, checkโin and security queues can lengthenโarrive early.\n\nAmenities are modest: restrooms, seating, and a kiosk or tea/coffee counter when flights operate, with limited convenience retail. Public WiโFi availability can vary. Taxis and preโarranged cars provide ground transport into the city; parking is immediately in front of the terminal.\n\nAccessibility is supported via stepโfree routes and accessible restrooms where available; wheelchair assistance can be arranged through airlines. Family facilities are limitedโcarry baby supplies, snacks, and water as onโsite retail options are minimal.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
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