Gandhinagar to India: flights, entry and hotels
Domestic hops to the capital, the coast and the hills.
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Delhi ≈ 1 h 40 m from AMD
Mumbai ≈ 1 h 10 m from AMD
Bengaluru ≈ 2 h 15 m from AMD
Goa ≈ 1 h 45 m from AMD
Hyderabad ≈ 1 h 50 m from AMD
Pune ≈ 1 h 20 m from AMD
United Arab Emirates
Dubai ≈ 2 h 50 m from AMD
Abu Dhabi ≈ 2 h 50 m from AMD
Singapore
Singapore ≈ 5 h 45 m from AMD
Thailand
Bangkok ≈ 4 h 45 m from AMD
United Kingdom
London ≈ 9 h 30 m from AMD
Sri Lanka
Colombo ≈ 4–7 h with a stop
Maldives
Malé ≈ 4–7 h with a stop
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, about 18–20 km by road from the sectors, is the nearest airport. It handles domestic and international flights. You can reach it by taxi or bus from Gandhinagar.
You can take a taxi or a bus from Gandhinagar to Ahmedabad airport. The journey takes about 30–45 minutes depending on traffic. The metro line also connects to Ahmedabad; check the current service for airport access.
From Ahmedabad airport, you can fly to major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Jaipur. Many airlines operate these routes. Check the airline schedules for current flights.
Yes, Ahmedabad airport offers international flights to destinations including Dubai, Singapore, London, New York, and Bangkok. Routes change, so verify with the airport or airlines for the latest international services.
For domestic flights, arrive at least 2 hours before departure. For international flights, allow 3 hours. Factor in travel time from Gandhinagar to the airport, which is about 30–45 minutes by road.
No, Gandhinagar does not have its own commercial airport. You fly into Ahmedabad airport and then travel to Gandhinagar by road or metro. Check the current metro service for connectivity between the airport and Gandhinagar.
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Akshardham in Sector 20, Mahatma Mandir, the tree-lined sector roads, Adalaj stepwell, the towers of GIFT City and Indroda Nature Park.
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