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Gaya Airport

Gaya, Bihar

~0.8 million per year 1 terminal 1 runway
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Did you know?Gaya Airport is the primary gateway for Bodh Gaya — the site where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree, making it the most sacred site in Buddhism. It receives international pilgrims year-round from Sri Lanka, Thailand, Japan, Myanmar, and beyond.

Terminal Guide

Integrated Terminal
Domestic + International
IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India (domestic); IndiGo, Air India (Buddhist circuit international charters from SE Asia, Japan)

Getting to/from Gaya Airport

Taxi / Cab
Pre-paid taxi at Arrivals. Private cabs widely available.
⏱ 5–10 min to Gaya city; 15–20 min to Bodh Gaya ₹ ₹150–350
Auto-rickshaw / E-rickshaw
Three-wheelers and e-rickshaws available for short distances within Gaya and to Bodh Gaya.
⏱ 15–25 min to Bodh Gaya ₹ ₹50–150

Airport Facilities

IATA Code
GAY
Annual passengers
~0.8 million per year
Runways
1 runway.

Lounges

Limited lounge options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full name of Gaya airport?

The full name is Gaya Airport, IATA code GAY. It serves Gaya, Bihar.

How many terminals does Gaya airport have?

Gaya Airport has 1 terminal: Integrated Terminal. Integrated Terminal: IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India (domestic); IndiGo, Air India (Buddhist circuit international charters from SE Asia, Japan).

How do I get from Gaya airport to the city?

Taxi / Cab: Pre-paid taxi at Arrivals. Private cabs widely available. (approx. 5–10 min to Gaya city; 15–20 min to Bodh Gaya, ₹150–350). Auto-rickshaw / E-rickshaw: Three-wheelers and e-rickshaws available for short distances within Gaya and to Bodh Gaya. (approx. 15–25 min to Bodh Gaya, ₹50–150).

Are there airport lounges at Gaya airport?

Limited lounge options.

Which airlines fly from Gaya airport?

Airlines operating from Gaya Airport include: IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India (domestic); IndiGo, Air India (Buddhist circuit international charters from SE Asia, Japan).

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