Kandla Airport

Kandla Airport (IATA: IXY, ICAO: VAKE) is a civil enclave airport located near the port city of Kandla in the Kutch district of Gujarat, serving both Kandla and the adjoining city of Gandhidham. Situated at an elevation of 96 feet above mean sea level, the airport plays a vital role in connecting one of India's largest and busiest seaports with the rest of the country. Operated by the Airports Authority of India, it supports regional connectivity under India's UDAN regional air connectivity scheme.

Flights & airlines

Cargo: Limited cargo handling is available, primarily supporting trade linked to Kandla Port and the Kandla Special Economic Zone.

Terminal facilities

Getting to the airport

Hotels near IXY

Beyond the airport

Travel tips

• Book flights well in advance as seat capacity is limited on the small aircraft typically deployed on regional routes to Kandla.
• Carry cash as ATM availability and card acceptance may be limited at the small terminal and in nearby Kandla town.
• Pre-arrange your ground transport, especially if arriving on late-evening flights, as taxis and autos may be scarce after dark.
• The region experiences extreme summer heat (April–June) and occasional cyclones; check weather and flight advisories before travel.
• If visiting for the Rann Utsav (November–February), book accommodation in Gandhidham or Bhuj months ahead as demand is very high.
• Carry a government-issued photo ID as entry to Kandla Port and certain SEZ areas requires identity verification.

Development: Kandla Airport has been identified under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) scheme for enhanced regional connectivity, with proposals to add new routes linking Kutch to more Indian cities. Infrastructure upgrades to the terminal and apron are under consideration by the Airports Authority of India to accommodate increased traffic driven by growth at Deendayal Port and the Kandla SEZ.

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