Quick answer: Maharashtra has international gateways, regional passenger airports, military airfields and general aviation airstrips. The total depends on whether a list includes proposed sites, inactive airstrips and shared civil–military facilities. Count each physical airport once; the categories below overlap. The newest addition, Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), began commercial operations on 25 December 2025.
Maharashtra’s airport network includes Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur, alongside regional airports and smaller airfields. With the launch of Navi Mumbai International Airport in late 2025 and major upgrades at Pune, Shirdi, and Sindhudurg, the state’s aviation map has changed significantly. This guide lists major airports and airfields; confirm current operational status with the airport operator and published aeronautical information.
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Total Number of Airports in Maharashtra
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There is no single comparable total unless the scope is defined. An airport list may include passenger airports, military bases, training airstrips, inactive sites and proposed projects. The categories below describe uses and must not be added together: Pune, for example, is both a passenger airport and a civil enclave. Check the MADC inventory against current airport and airline information; its entries include proposed sites and historical operator details.
| Category | Examples covered here (overlapping categories) | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| International airports | 4 | Mumbai (BOM), Navi Mumbai (NMI), Nagpur (NAG), Pune (PNQ) |
| Regional passenger airports covered here | 6 | Shirdi, Aurangabad, Nanded, Kolhapur, Jalgaon, Gondia |
| Civil enclaves & mixed-use | 2 | Nashik/Ozar, Sindhudurg/Chipi |
| Military & defence airfields | 3 examples | INS Shikra, Lohegaon AFB, Ozar HAL |
| General aviation & airstrips | 6 examples | Juhu, Baramati, Karad, Phaltan, Yavatmal, Akola |
Major Airports and Airfields in Maharashtra
This selected Maharashtra airport list compares major airports and airfields by location, codes, operator and use. Status labels are a general overview, not a guarantee of scheduled flights, aircraft acceptance or services on a particular date.
| Airport | City | IATA | ICAO | Operator | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport | Mumbai | BOM | VABB | Adani Airports | International | Active |
| Navi Mumbai International Airport | Navi Mumbai | NMI | VANM | Adani Airports / CIDCO | International | Active (since Dec 2025) |
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport | Nagpur | NAG | VANP | GMR Nagpur International Airport Ltd | International | Active |
| Pune International Airport (Lohegaon) | Pune | PNQ | VAPO | AAI (civil enclave, IAF) | International | Active |
| Shirdi Airport | Shirdi | SAG | VASD | MADC | Domestic | Active |
| Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Airport | Aurangabad | IXU | VAAU | AAI | Domestic | Active |
| Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Airport | Nanded | NDC | VAND | Reliance Airport | Domestic | Active |
| Kolhapur Airport | Kolhapur | KLH | VAKP | AAI | Domestic | Active |
| Jalgaon Airport | Jalgaon | JLG | VAJL | AAI | Domestic | Active |
| Gondia (Birsi) Airport | Gondia | GDB | VAGD | AAI / NFTI | Domestic / Training | Active |
| Nashik Airport (Ozar) | Nashik | ISK | VAOZ | HAL | Civil enclave | Active |
| Sindhudurg (Chipi) Airport | Sindhudurg | SDW | VOSD | IRB Sindhudurg | Domestic | Active |
| Solapur Airport | Solapur | SSE | VASL | AAI | Domestic | No scheduled passenger flights (AAI) |
| Juhu Aerodrome | Mumbai | — | VAJJ | AAI | General Aviation | Active (helicopters) |
| Amravati (Belora) Airport | Amravati | AVR | VAAM | MADC | Flying School / Domestic | Active |
| Karad Airport | Karad | — | VAKD | MADC | Airstrip | Limited |
| Baramati Airport | Baramati | — | VABM | MADC | General Aviation | Active |
| Akola Airport | Akola | AKD | VAAK | AAI | Domestic | Upgrade in progress |
| Dhule Airport | Dhule | — | VADU | MADC | Airstrip | Limited |
| Latur Airport | Latur | LTU | VALT | MIDC | Airstrip | Limited |
| Yavatmal Airport | Yavatmal | YTL | VAYT | MIDC | General Aviation | Active |
| Osmanabad Airport | Osmanabad | — | VAOS | MIDC | Airstrip | Limited |
| Chandrapur Airstrip | Chandrapur | — | VACP | MADC | Airstrip | Limited |
| Phaltan Airstrip | Phaltan | — | VAPF | MADC | Airstrip | Limited |
| Ratnagiri Airport | Ratnagiri | RTC | VARG | Indian Coast Guard (MADC inventory) | Domestic | Upgrade in progress |
| INS Shikra | Mumbai | — | VAMB | Indian Navy | Military | Active |
Note: Airport operator and status information can change. Nagpur is now managed by GMR Nagpur International Airport Ltd; consult the current airport operator information, AAI and published aeronautical information before planning a flight. Smaller training airstrips and private fields may not be listed.
Major International Gateways in Maharashtra
1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Mumbai
CSMIA is the busiest airport in Maharashtra and the second busiest in India. In 2025, the airport handled a record 55.5 million passengers — 39.2 million domestic and 16.3 million international — along with 3.31 lakh aircraft movements. It operates two main terminals: Terminal 2 (T2) handles all international and most domestic operations, while Terminal 1 (T1) entered its phased demolition in November 2025 as part of a major redevelopment programme scheduled for completion in 2028–29.
Once rebuilt, the new T1 will handle 20 million passengers annually, a 42% increase in capacity. During the rebuild, traffic is being redistributed between T2 and the new Navi Mumbai International Airport.
Key facts:
- IATA: BOM · ICAO: VABB
- Operator: Adani Airports (MIAL)
- Runways: 09/27 (primary) and 14/32 (secondary)
- Top international destinations: Dubai, Singapore, London, Doha, Abu Dhabi
- Major hubs for: Air India, IndiGo, Akasa Air, Vistara (now merged into Air India)
2. Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) — New for 2025–26
Navi Mumbai International Airport is the newest gateway to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. It was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 8 October 2025, with commercial operations beginning on 25 December 2025. The first commercial flight was IndiGo 6E460 from Bengaluru, and IndiGo 6E882 to Hyderabad became the first outbound service.
For Navi Mumbai International Airport, verify current international routes, airline schedules and operating facilities on the airport’s live flight-status page. Planned capacity and future phases should not be treated as current flight availability.
Key facts:
- IATA: NMI · ICAO: VANM
- Location: Uran, Raigad District (~35 km south of central Mumbai)
- Operator: Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd (Adani Airports + CIDCO joint venture)
- Launch airlines: IndiGo, Akasa Air, Air India Express
- Project cost: ₹19,650 crore (US$2.22 billion)
3. Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG), Nagpur
Nagpur Airport is associated with MIHAN (Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport at Nagpur). For aircraft handling, cargo or an international arrival, confirm customs and immigration availability, operating hours and prior arrangements with the airport and appointed handler. See our Nagpur Airport (NAG) guide.
Key facts:
- IATA: NAG · ICAO: VANP
- Operator: GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited. The airport’s official announcement records GMR AERO’s takeover on 25 June 2026.
- International route availability: confirm current schedules with the airport and airlines
- Major cargo hub for central India
4. Pune International Airport (PNQ), Pune
Pune Airport operates as a civil enclave at Lohegaon Air Force Station. Use our Pune Airport (PNQ) location and terminal guide for airport identity and the PNQ private aviation planning guide for permits, parking, handling and fuel coordination. Check current airline timetables for international routes.
A greenfield airport at Purandar is proposed for the Pune region. MADC lists a Purandar project office, but this guide does not assume a commercial opening date; plan current flights through PNQ until official licensing and operations are announced.
Key facts:
- IATA: PNQ · ICAO: VAPO
- Operator: Airports Authority of India (civil enclave, IAF base)
- Single runway: 10/28
- Routes: confirm current domestic and international schedules with the airline before booking.
Regional Passenger Airports in Maharashtra
Shirdi Airport (SAG)
Shirdi Airport (SAG) serves pilgrimage and regional travel. The MADC Shirdi Airport overview describes existing facilities separately from planned terminal and runway work. Check the airline’s current timetable for your travel date and arrange the onward transfer to Shirdi. Aircraft operators should confirm acceptance, parking, handling, fuel and any required clearance for the specific movement.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) Airport (IXU)
The renamed Aurangabad airport is the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Its 2,835-metre runway supports narrow-body and select wide-body aircraft. Operated by AAI, the airport links Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and tourist-circuit cities.
Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Airport, Nanded (NDC)
Named after the tenth Sikh Guru, Nanded’s airport primarily serves pilgrims visiting Hazur Sahib Nanded, one of the five Takhts of Sikhism. Operated by Reliance Airport Developers, it has a 2,286-metre runway and connects to major Indian cities.
Kolhapur Airport (KLH)
Located in southwestern Maharashtra, Kolhapur Airport has seen strong growth under the UDAN scheme. It connects to Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Tirupati, and Ahmedabad via airlines including IndiGo and Star Air. Runway extension work has been undertaken to enable more aircraft types.
Jalgaon Airport (JLG)
Jalgaon Airport (JLG) is operated by the Airports Authority of India. Check current airline timetables for passenger routes and the airport’s published operational information before planning a flight.
Gondia (Birsi) Airport (GDB)
Gondia Airport, also known as Birsi Airport (GDB/VAGD), is in eastern Maharashtra. Consult the AAI Gondia Airport page for airport contacts and published information. Training activity and passenger flight availability are different: check the current airline schedule rather than assuming a route operates every day. Non-scheduled operators should confirm aircraft acceptance and ground arrangements before dispatch.
Military, General Aviation & Smaller Airfields
Beyond commercial airports, Maharashtra hosts a network of military, general aviation, and training airfields:
- Juhu Aerodrome (VAJJ), Mumbai — India’s oldest civilian airport (operational since 1928), now used for helicopter and general aviation operations, including offshore oil/gas flights.
- INS Shikra, Mumbai — Indian Navy air station for naval helicopter operations.
- Nashik (Ozar) Airport — HAL-operated airfield with both civilian and HAL Su-30MKI manufacturing operations.
- Lohegaon Air Force Station, Pune — IAF base sharing runway with Pune civil enclave.
- Baramati Airport (VABM) — A separate airfield in the Pune region. Do not assume airline service, night operations or business-aircraft acceptance from a development proposal; confirm current aeronautical information, permissions and facilities for the flight.
- Yavatmal, Akola, Karad, Phaltan, Dhule, Chandrapur, Latur, Osmanabad — Smaller MADC and MIDC-operated airstrips, several earmarked for UDAN upgrades.
Upcoming & Planned Airports in Maharashtra
Purandar International Airport (Chhatrapati Sambhaji Raje), Pune
The Purandar project remains a planned greenfield airport for the Pune region. Confirm its project and licensing status with MADC and DGCA before using it for travel or flight planning; PNQ remains the current scheduled airport for Pune.
Ratnagiri Airport (Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj)
For Ratnagiri, distinguish an airport development proposal from confirmed passenger service or aircraft acceptance. Check current airport-authority information, published aeronautical information and airline schedules before using it as a gateway to the Konkan coast.
Sindhudurg (Chipi) Airport — Expansion
Sindhudurg (Chipi) Airport is a gateway to the southern Konkan region. Confirm current airline services and airport facilities before booking. Operators must check runway suitability, permissions, parking, handling, fuel and any required international clearance; a proposed expansion does not establish those capabilities.
Akola, Solapur, Amravati — UDAN Upgrades
Amravati (Belora) Airport is described in the MADC airport overview, which identifies an awarded Amravati–Mumbai UDAN route and separates facilities from work in progress. An awarded route is not a live timetable: check airline availability for your date. For Akola and Solapur, confirm current airport information and scheduled services separately; do not infer a flight from an upgrade programme.
Who Operates Maharashtra’s Airports?
Maharashtra’s airport network is managed by a mix of national, state, and private operators:
| Operator | Role | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Airports Authority of India (AAI) | Central government operator; runs major civilian airports and civil enclaves | Pune, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Akola |
| Adani Airport Holdings | Private concessionaire for India’s busiest airports | Mumbai (CSMIA), Navi Mumbai (NMI) |
| MADC (Maharashtra Airport Development Company) | State-owned company developing regional airports | Shirdi, MIHAN development, Amravati |
| MIDC (Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation) | Industrial corporation managing smaller airstrips | Yavatmal, Latur, Osmanabad |
| HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd) | Operator of Nashik/Ozar dual-use airfield | Nashik |
| Indian Air Force / Navy | Military airfields, some shared as civil enclaves | Lohegaon (Pune), INS Shikra |
UDAN Regional Connectivity in Maharashtra
Maharashtra has regional airports developed or served under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme. Airport development and a currently operating scheduled route are different: AAI says Solapur has no scheduled passenger flight. Check current airport and airline schedules before relying on a route.
The UDAN expansion has been instrumental in:
- Boosting tourism to religious sites (Shirdi, Nanded) and heritage destinations (Aurangabad, Konkan)
- Supporting business connectivity to industrial centres (Nashik, Aurangabad, MIHAN-Nagpur)
- Reducing travel time across Maharashtra’s vast geography (~308,000 km²)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many airports are there in Maharashtra?
The answer depends on scope: passenger airports, military airfields, training airstrips and proposed projects produce different totals. Do not add overlapping categories or count a proposed airport as operational. This guide lists major sites; confirm current status with the relevant airport authority.
How many international airports are in Maharashtra?
Major international gateways covered here are Mumbai (BOM), Navi Mumbai (NMI), Nagpur (NAG) and Pune (PNQ). This is a selected overview: an airport’s international designation, customs availability and currently scheduled overseas routes are different questions. Confirm each with the airport and airline.
Which is the busiest airport in Maharashtra?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai is by far the busiest, handling a record 55.5 million passengers in 2025. It is the second busiest airport in India after Delhi’s IGI.
When did Navi Mumbai International Airport open?
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) was inaugurated by PM Modi on 8 October 2025 and began commercial domestic operations on 25 December 2025. International flights commenced in May 2026.
Why does Mumbai have two airports?
Mumbai now has two major airports — CSMIA and NMI — because the original Mumbai airport, the world’s busiest single-runway airport, had reached its capacity. NMI adds 20 million passenger capacity in Phase 1 (scaling to 90 million by 2032), relieving pressure on CSMIA during its T1 redevelopment (2025–2029).
What is the IATA code for Mumbai airport?
Mumbai airport’s IATA code is BOM (ICAO: VABB). The new Navi Mumbai airport uses the IATA code NMI (ICAO: VANM).
Which domestic airports operate in Maharashtra?
Regional passenger airports covered here include Shirdi (SAG), Aurangabad/Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (IXU), Nanded (NDC), Kolhapur (KLH), Jalgaon (JLG), Gondia (GDB), Nashik/Ozar (ISK) and Sindhudurg/Chipi (SDW). Check current airline schedules rather than assuming every listed airport has an active route.
Is Pune airport an international airport?
Yes, Pune Airport (PNQ) is officially designated as international, but it operates as a civil enclave at an Indian Air Force base with limited international routes — mainly to the Middle East. A greenfield airport at Purandar is proposed, with no confirmed commercial opening date stated here.
Which is the oldest airport in Maharashtra?
Juhu Aerodrome in Mumbai, opened in 1928, is the oldest airport in Maharashtra and one of the oldest in India. It is now used primarily for helicopter and general aviation operations.
Which Maharashtra airports operate under UDAN?
UDAN routes and operators change. Check the current airline schedule for Shirdi, Jalgaon, Gondia, Kolhapur, Nanded and Sindhudurg. AAI currently states that Solapur has no scheduled passenger flights, so do not count it as an active UDAN passenger route.
About the author: The ATTS Aviation Team has over 20 years of experience providing flight support, ground handling, fuelling, and concierge services across all major Indian airports, including those in Maharashtra. We work with private operators, charter companies, and commercial airlines daily. Learn more about ATTS.
Sources & references: Airports Authority of India (AAI), Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC), Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL), CIDCO, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Ministry of Civil Aviation. Selected airport-count, operator and planning passages reviewed on 1 October 2026. Routes, projects and other entries require current authority confirmation.