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Mangalore International Airport (Bajpe Airport)

Mangalore, Karnataka

~2.5 million per year 1 terminal 1 runway (tabletop runway — one of the riskiest approaches in India, on a plateau)
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Did you know?Mangalore Airport is built on a hilltop plateau (tabletop runway) and is considered one of India's most challenging airport approaches. It handles heavy traffic from the large Mangalorean NRI community in the Gulf.

Terminal Guide

Integrated Terminal
Domestic + International
IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India (domestic); Air India Express, IndiGo (Gulf routes — Dubai, Muscat, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi)

Getting to/from Mangalore Airport

Taxi / Cab
Pre-paid taxi at Arrivals. Ola/Uber available.
⏱ 25–35 min to Mangalore city centre ₹ ₹300–500
KSRTC Bus
Karnataka RTC airport buses connect to Mangalore city and nearby towns.
⏱ 35–50 min ₹ ₹30–60

Airport Facilities

IATA Code
IXE
Annual passengers
~2.5 million per year
Runways
1 runway (tabletop runway — one of the riskiest approaches in India, on a plateau).

Lounges

Limited lounge options. One lounge for Gulf-route passengers.

Top Flight Routes from Mangalore

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full name of Mangalore airport?

The full name is Mangalore International Airport (Bajpe Airport), IATA code IXE. It serves Mangalore, Karnataka.

How many terminals does Mangalore airport have?

Mangalore International Airport (Bajpe Airport) has 1 terminal: Integrated Terminal. Integrated Terminal: IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India (domestic); Air India Express, IndiGo (Gulf routes — Dubai, Muscat, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi).

How do I get from Mangalore airport to the city?

Taxi / Cab: Pre-paid taxi at Arrivals. Ola/Uber available. (approx. 25–35 min to Mangalore city centre, ₹300–500). KSRTC Bus: Karnataka RTC airport buses connect to Mangalore city and nearby towns. (approx. 35–50 min, ₹30–60).

Are there airport lounges at Mangalore airport?

Limited lounge options. One lounge for Gulf-route passengers.

Which airlines fly from Mangalore airport?

Airlines operating from Mangalore International Airport (Bajpe Airport) include: IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India (domestic); Air India Express, IndiGo (Gulf routes — Dubai, Muscat, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi).

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