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Amravati Airport

Amravati, India

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Amravati Airport

Amravati, India
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A small regional airport serving the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra.

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Amravati, India
Amravati Airport (IATA: AVR, ICAO: VAAM) is a domestic airport located near Amravati city in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, India. It is operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and serves as a regional air link for the area. The airport has had limited scheduled commercial operations historically, with services being intermittent depending on airline route viability. It has been earmarked for development under India's UDAN regional connectivity scheme to improve air access to smaller cities. Amravati is an important city in Maharashtra and the headquarters of Amravati district, making the airport strategically significant for regional connectivity, though passenger volumes remain modest compared to larger Maharashtra airports such as Nagpur and Pune.
Terminals
The airport has a single, small terminal building with basic passenger amenities suitable for regional operations.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Amravati city primarily by road via taxis and auto-rickshaws.
Airlines here
Scheduled services have been operated intermittently under the UDAN scheme, with limited airline presence at this regional airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
  • ›Included in India's UDAN regional connectivity scheme to boost domestic air travel.
  • ›Located in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, an agriculturally significant area.
  • ›Scheduled commercial flights have been intermittent due to low passenger demand.
  • ›Amravati city is also the administrative headquarters of Amravati district.
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Gateway to Vidarbha's heartland, where history meets the skies

Amravati Airport, located in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, India, serves as a small but strategically significant airfield connecting this historic city to broader domestic networks. Known for its proximity to the Melghat Tiger Reserve and the ancient Ambadevi Temple, the city draws pilgrims, nature enthusiasts, and business travellers alike. The airport plays a developing role in improving regional connectivity under India's UDAN scheme for underserved destinations.

Terminals
  • Civil Terminal — A single modest terminal handling limited domestic operations with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Auto-rickshaws available outside the terminal for city transfers
  • Taxi services bookable via local operators and app-based platforms
  • Private car hire arrangements through local travel agents
  • City bus services connecting the airport vicinity to Amravati city centre
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Surya Executive
  • Hotel Rajmahal
  • Hotel Amaravathi International
  • Lords Inn Amravati
Dining

In-terminal dining options are minimal, typically limited to a small snack counter or tea stall given the airport's compact size. Travellers are advised to explore Amravati city for local Vidarbha cuisine, including saoji mutton curry and tarri poha, at restaurants a short drive away. Carrying snacks for longer waits is recommended.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm your flight schedule in advance as operations may be limited to select days of the week.
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure as check-in facilities are limited and queues can be unpredictable.
  • Book taxis or auto-rickshaws in advance as airport cab stands may have few vehicles available.
  • Carry local cash as card payment infrastructure at smaller vendors near the airport may be unreliable.
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Amravati Airport
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Amravati Airport is an airport in Amravati, Maharashtra. It is located in Belora, Amravati, 15 km (9.3 mi) south of Amravati city and Amravati railway station. It is the third commercial airport under the Maharashtra Airport Development Company. The airport started regular passenger flights on April 16, 2025, with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurating it the same day. The first flight out of the airport was operated by Alliance Air.

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