Goa International Airport (IATA: GOI) also known as Dabolim Airport is the only airport in the state of Goa. The airport is located 4 km (2.5 mi) from Vasco da Gama city and around 30 km (19 mi) from the state’s capital Panjim. The South Goa district headquarters Margao is located 23 km (14.5 mi) from the airport.
There are two terminals located in the same building: Domestic Terminal and International Terminal.
Goa is connected to major cities in India: Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai. There are daily flights to Mumbai. International flights are limited as the majority of oversees flights are carried out via charter airlines operated by Thomson Airways, Thomas Cook airlines, etc.
The airport could be reached by rail, bus, taxi and shuttle services. The nearest railway station is Dabolim Railway Station. From there passengers can reach airport by local bus or taxi. Prepaid taxi booths are available outside the terminal building. Before leaving the airport travelers need to make sure they have local currency as the exchange facilities are located inside the building. There are public buses that leave from just outside the airport terminal every half hour. Buses connect the airport with Panjim, Mapusa, Margoa and other cities of Goa. Buses also stop at the closer Chicalim bus stop, about 1.5 km (0.93 mi) from the airport.
Shuttle services are operated by minibuses and provide links with Panjim. Tour operates organize transfers for package holiday tourists.
The amenities at the airport are limited. The airport has Information desk, Currency exchange services, complimentary trolleys, baggage wrapping machine, first aid centre, etc. Shopping options are limited and there are no business facilities. Airport restaurant is located outside domestic arrivals. A small snack bar and vending machine are available in international departures. Wi-Fi is available via Tata Indicom. Users need to provide their mobile numbers as the password is sent by text message.
For more information please see Goa International Airport
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