Goa Dabolim Airport Code (GOI) and Business Aviation

Goa Dabolim airport code is GOI, and its ICAO code is VAGO. Dabolim Airport serves domestic and international traffic from a civil enclave at the Indian Navy’s INS Hansa air station.

Goa Dabolim Airport Overview

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Airport identity

Airport: Goa International Airport, Dabolim
IATA code: GOI
ICAO code: VAGO
Location: Dabolim, South Goa
Airport type: civil enclave at INS Hansa

Goa has two commercial airports

Manohar International Airport at Mopa opened for commercial operations in January 2023. It uses IATA code GOX and ICAO code VOGA. Dabolim continues to operate as GOI/VAGO, while some domestic and international services use Mopa.

Operators must identify the intended Goa airport precisely. Parking, permits, handling, fuel and ground transfers arranged for GOI do not automatically apply to GOX.

Business Aviation Planning at GOI

Because Dabolim is a civil enclave, operating restrictions and parking availability require careful confirmation. Submit the schedule, aircraft and operator documents, crew and passenger information, purpose of flight and service requirements with adequate lead time.

Operational considerations

Use GOI/VAGO consistently in the handling request.
Confirm operating acceptance, parking and any applicable restrictions.
Review current NOTAMs, weather and aeronautical information.
Confirm customs and immigration arrangements for international operations.
Plan transfers according to the final destination in North or South Goa.

Dabolim operating coordination

Dabolim is a civil enclave, so business aviation flights require close coordination with the airport and relevant authorities. Submit aircraft, operator, routing, schedule, passenger and crew information early and confirm acceptance, parking and applicable restrictions before departure. Use GOI/VAGO consistently to distinguish Dabolim from Manohar International Airport at Mopa, which uses GOX/VOGA.

Parking and turnaround services

Parking availability and ground time should be agreed in advance, particularly during Goa’s peak travel periods. The handling request should specify aviation fuel, ground equipment, catering, baggage and passenger-assistance requirements. For a short stop, a pre-arranged service sequence helps protect the planned departure time.

Monsoon conditions and Goa transfers

Heavy monsoon rain can affect ramp activity and surface journeys, while seasonal tourism can increase road traffic. Confirm whether passengers are travelling to North Goa, Panaji, South Goa or another destination before selecting vehicles and timing the transfer. Crew accommodation should be planned alongside duty limits and the confirmed departure programme.

Ground handling and aviation fuel

ATTS can coordinate permits, ground handling, aviation fuel, supervision, transport, catering and crew or passenger support at Dabolim, subject to airport, authority and supplier confirmation.

Related ATTS services: airport ground handling in India and aviation fuelling services in India.

More India airport guides: Goa travel guide, Goa state-status guide, Mumbai (BOM) and Bengaluru (BLR).

Official airport information: Check the Airports Authority of India Goa Airport page for current Dabolim airport information and notices. Confirm that the itinerary uses GOI at Dabolim rather than GOX at Mopa.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the airport code for Goa Dabolim?

Dabolim Airport uses IATA code GOI and ICAO code VAGO.

Does Goa have two airports?

Yes. Dabolim is GOI/VAGO and Manohar International Airport at Mopa is GOX/VOGA.

Is GOI a civil enclave?

Yes. Dabolim’s civil terminal operates within the Indian Navy’s INS Hansa air station, so current operating and access instructions must be confirmed.