Belgaum Airport

Belgaum Airport

BelgaumAirport (IXG)

The Belgaum Airport is located 10 kilometers to the east of Belgavi, which is a city in the Indian state of Karnataka. The Sambra Air Force Station, which is a non-flying basic training center of the Indian Air Force, is adjacent to this airport.

The airport is spread across 440 acres and a second taxiway connecting the emergency service enclave to the main apron is currently under construction. This enclave will cater to the VIP terminal. The government has acquired 298 acres of land around the existing airport and handed it to the AAI for further expansion at an estimated cost of INR 35.7 million.

Flight Information

Currently, the airport is only serviced by Spice Jet, with direct flights to Bengaluru and Mumbai. The airline also operates indirect flights to Chennai, Kochi, and Delhi via Bengaluru and to Hyderabad and Jabalpur via Mumbai.

There are 8 weekly flights between Belgaum and Bengaluru and 7 between Belgaum and Mumbai.

Terminals

There is a single terminal with one boarding gate from where domestic flights to various destinations are operated. This terminal has 3 check-in counters for passengers and is spread over an area of 1,160 square meters.

Traveling Around

Travelers can get to other parts of the city or state by using taxis or car rental services from the airport. These services can also be used to get to the railway station, which is just 12 kilometers from the airport.

Services and Facilities

The Belgaum Airport offers passengers several free services and facilities, such as trolleys, medical first-aid, and wheelchairs. In addition, there are 2 X-ray baggage scanning facilities for the convenience of the travelers.

Things to Do

Travelers can satisfy their hunger with delicious food and beverages available at the eating joints within the airport premises.

Hotels

There are 13 hotels that are in the vicinity of Belgaum Airport. Tariffs range from INR 300 per night to INR 3,000 per night. The affordable accommodations include Western Tower Hotel, Sheetal, and Meenakshi Lodging and Boarding. Mid-range to high-end luxury hotels include Sankam Residency, Pai Hotel, Ramdev International, Rakshit International, Pavan Hotel, Kshema Inn, Hidden Valley Club and Resort, and Eefa Hotel.

Tips for Fliers

If you are keen on adventure sports make it a point to try white water rafting on the Kali River.

Nearby Attractions

As an integral part of Indian history, Belgaum was the capital of the dynasty of the nine Kadamba Kings. Tourists can begin their tour with a visit to the Belgaum Fort and the Jain Temple located inside. Other places of interest include the Shree Revan Siddeshwar Temple and the Mal Maruti Temple. To enjoy Belgaum’s natural beauty make a trip to waterfalls such as Godchinamalaki Falls, Vajrapoha Falls, and Gokak Falls. Paragliding and boating are popular activities at these sites. Other popular tourist destinations include Anshi National Park, Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary, and Swami Vivekananda Smarak. Shopping hotspots in Belgaum are situated around the golden quadrangle of Maruti Galli, Ramdev Galli, Ganpat Galli, and Khade Bazaar. Enjoy the cuisine with mixed flavors from Maharashtra and North India.

FAQs

  1. What are the top airline brands that operate from Belgaum airport frequently?
    The top airline brands that operate from Belgaum airport frequently is – SpiceJet.
  2. What is the airport code for Belgaum airport?
    The IATA code for the Belgaum airport is IXG.
  3. What are the most frequent routes from Belgaum airport?
    The most popular sectors from Belgaum airport are Belgaum to Jabalpur with 14 weekly flights respectively.
  4. When does the first flight leave from Belgaum airport?
    The first flight from Belgaum to Jabalpur is at 12:05 PM, which is SpiceJet airline 2648 followed by SpiceJet 1028 which leaves at 4:40 PM.
  5. When does the last flight leave from Belgaum airport?
    SpiceJet 1028 to Jabalpur is the last flight that departs from airport at 4:40 PM.

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