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Bhavnagar Airport (BHU)
Departures from Bhavnagar Airport (BHU) at a glance
- 2flights a day83rd busiest of 98 airports
- 1route from here
- 1airline
- 08:25 – 21:25first and last
Collected 27 September 2026. Not live — check with the airline before booking.
Bhavnagar Airport (BHU) serves Bhavnagar, Gujarat. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) runs it. India's aeronautical information publication puts the airport 9 km from Bhavnagar railway station.
According to AAI, the airport is 4 km south-east of the city centre. The direct domestic flights recorded from Bhavnagar go to Navi Mumbai with IndiGo. The Bhavnagar district administration puts the airport about 55 km from Palitana, whose Jain temples stand on Shatrunjaya hill.
Direct domestic flights recorded from Bhavnagar
The airline recorded on these flights is IndiGo. Direct domestic flights recorded from Bhavnagar go to:
| Destination | Airport | Airlines recorded |
|---|---|---|
| Navi Mumbai | Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) | IndiGo |
Taxis, buses, restaurants and first aid at Bhavnagar Airport
India's aeronautical information publication lists taxis and buses from the airport, restaurants at the airport and in the city, and first aid at the airport.
Palitana and the Jain temples on Shatrunjaya
According to the Bhavnagar district administration, the Palitana temples of Jainism stand on Shatrunjaya, by the city of Palitana in Bhavnagar district. The district puts Bhavnagar Airport about 55 km from Palitana. The Ministry of Tourism names Bhavnagar Airport as the nearest airport to Palitana, which is reached from the airport by road.
The Ministry of Tourism describes Shatrunjaya as one of the holiest sites in Jainism. It says construction began in the 11th century, visitors climb stone steps, and the temples stand in enclosed groups known as tunks. It also says the shrine of Angar Pir stands near the Nav Tonk Gate.
Velavadar Blackbuck National Park
The Bhavnagar district administration describes Velavadar Blackbuck National Park as a grassland ecosystem in the Bhal region of Saurashtra, on the Gulf of Khambhat. It names the blackbuck, the wolf and the lesser florican as the species the park conserves. The Ministry of Tourism names Velavadar among the places to combine with a visit to Palitana.
Visiting the Alang ship-recycling yard
The Gujarat Maritime Board says visits to the Alang ship-recycling yard are allowed for Indian and foreign visitors, with permission from the Port Officer, Alang Ship Recycling Yard, Gujarat Maritime Board, Bhavnagar. The Board says photography and videography at the yard are prohibited. The Board places the yard near Bhavnagar City.
IndiGo check-in, baggage and changes
IndiGo's check-in counters for domestic flights close 60 minutes before scheduled departure, and its boarding gates close 25 minutes before departure. IndiGo recommends reporting at least 2 hours before departure, and says it reserves the right to cancel a reservation if a customer does not keep to its check-in timelines.
IndiGo's baggage policy allows one cabin bag of up to 7 kg and 55 x 35 x 25 cm, plus one personal article of up to 3 kg, such as a purse or a small bag containing a laptop. Its allowance page gives a domestic checked allowance of 15 kg per person.
A Lite fare, or a similar promotional fare, includes no checked baggage; it can be added for a charge, including at the airport check-in counter before the counters close. IndiGo says baggage requirements differ from flight to flight and that the booking confirmation and ticket carry the most accurate details, so check yours.
IndiGo says that if it delays a flight by more than 2 hours or brings it forward by more than 1 hour, customers are entitled to a full refund or rebooking onto an alternative IndiGo flight at no additional cost, subject to availability.
Identity documents, liquids and power banks
Under the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) list of valid photo identity documents, a passenger carries any one of them in original, with a valid ticket, at entry to the terminal building. A passport, Aadhaar or m-Aadhaar, a voter photo identity card and a driving licence are among them, and an unaccompanied minor needs one too. Airlines may ask for more, so check with your airline.
Under the CISF's restricted-articles list, liquids, aerosols and gels in cabin baggage go in containers of up to 100 ml each, in one clear, resealable one-litre plastic bag; medicine or an inhaler accompanied by a prescription, and baby food, are the exceptions. A Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) circular dated 11 November 2025 says power banks and spare batteries go in hand baggage only and not in overhead bins, and that using or charging power banks is not allowed during flight. Check IndiGo's own baggage pages for its limits on power banks before you fly.
Delays, cancellations and weather
Under the DGCA's Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) Section 3, Series M, Part IV, Revision 4, dated 25 January 2023, airlines are not liable for compensation for cancellations and delays clearly attributable to meteorological conditions. IndiGo says that if you give an SMS-capable mobile number at booking, it will tell you of a change to your flight in advance by SMS, and it sends the revised itinerary by email.
The same CAR says the duty to provide meals, refreshments and hotel accommodation during a delay does not apply where the delay is caused by extraordinary circumstances that could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken. Cancellation compensation is not due to a passenger who gave no email address or phone number at booking, so give your contact details when you book.
You can complain to the airline directly or file a grievance on the Air Sewa app or portal. The CAR is the document to read for the full terms.
Questions about Bhavnagar Airport
How far is Bhavnagar Airport from the railway station and the city centre?
India's aeronautical information publication puts Bhavnagar Airport 9 km from Bhavnagar railway station. According to AAI, the airport is 4 km south-east of the city centre.
How far is Bhavnagar Airport from Palitana?
The Bhavnagar district administration puts Bhavnagar Airport about 55 km from Palitana. The Ministry of Tourism names it as the nearest airport to Palitana, which is reached from the airport by road.
Where can I fly direct from Bhavnagar Airport?
The direct domestic flights recorded from Bhavnagar Airport go to Navi Mumbai International Airport with IndiGo.
Can I take photographs at the Alang ship-recycling yard?
The Gujarat Maritime Board says photography and videography at the yard are prohibited, and that visits need permission from the Port Officer at Bhavnagar.