Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport is in Hansol, around 10 km from Ahmedabad city centre, and offers several ways to continue into town. Taxis and app-based cabs are straightforward options from the terminals; buses and auto-rickshaws are also available.
- Location: Hansol, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380003.
- Taxi and car-rental pickups: available at both terminals.
- Airport bus: the ISKCON–RTO–airport service runs from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; its listed fare is ₹50.
Where is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport sits in Hansol, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Air India describes the airport as approximately 10 km from the city centre, giving you a useful sense of the journey before choosing ground transport.
The airport is served by two terminals. If you are meeting a driver or arranging a pickup, confirm your terminal with your airline so you head to the right arrivals area.
How do you get from the airport to the city?
You can leave the airport by metered taxi, app-based cab, rental car, auto-rickshaw or public bus. Taxi and car-rental pickup points are available at both terminals, while the airport lists Ola and Uber among app-based cab options, Meru as a fleet taxi, and authorized prepaid taxis.
Taxi, app-based cab or rental car
For a direct trip, follow the terminal’s ground-transport arrangements for your chosen service. At Terminal 1, the listed taxi and car-rental pickup point is the arrivals exit gate. Uber’s directions place its pickup zone outside the arrivals area; after requesting a ride, check the app for the precise pickup instructions.
Auto-rickshaw
Auto-rickshaw pickup points are listed at Terminals 1 and 2. The airport operator says the service is available 24/7, with departures according to the displayed schedule.
Public bus
Public buses serve the airport. Terminal 1 routes 15 and 18 connect with areas including RTO Circle, 132 Feet Ring Road, Iskon Cross Road, Maninagar and Ahmedabad Junction Kalupur Railway Station.
An electric AC bus runs between ISKCON and the airport via RTO, with stops or connections including Jodhpur, Memnagar and Ranip Bus Depot.
Its listed operating hours are 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; the frequency is every 15 to 30 minutes, and the fare is about ₹50 per passenger. Tickets are available at the bus counter by Terminal 1’s arrival gate.
Sardar Nagar Approach is the nearest bus stop identified by the airport operator, about a 12-minute walk from airport facilities. If you are comparing bus connections with other ways to get around after arrival, see this guide to Ahmedabad metro and public transport.
Planning the journey to central Ahmedabad
Choose your transport based on where you are going and what is available when you arrive. A taxi or app cab takes you directly from the airport pickup area; the bus provides connections to several parts of the city, while a bus connection may involve walking to a stop or changing your onward plan.
For Rivera Sarovar Portico Ahmedabad, allow about 44 minutes by car from the airport. Once you have reached town, this one-day Ahmedabad city-centre route can help you plan what to see next.
For the bus, check the route and departure information before setting out: the airport lists both Terminal 1 routes and the ISKCON–RTO–airport service, and the nearest stop may require a walk. You can also compare the bus with staying at Rivera Sarovar Portico Ahmedabad as a base for your visit.
What should hotel guests know before leaving the airport?
Confirm your terminal with your airline, then follow the pickup details for your chosen transport. Terminal drop-off and pickup zones are in front of the terminals by both departures and arrivals. These zones are free to use; parking in the parking zone is chargeable.
If you are travelling between terminals, a complimentary inter-terminal coach connects Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 around the clock, according to the displayed schedule. Keep your onward pickup point in mind if you use the coach.
Before you go: Transport details, schedules and fares can change, so check the official site before you go.
FAQs
How far is the airport from Ahmedabad city centre?
Air India describes the airport as approximately 10 km from the city centre.
Can you take a bus from the airport?
Yes. Public buses serve the airport, including Terminal 1 routes 15 and 18. An electric AC service also links the airport with ISKCON via RTO.
Where do app-based cabs pick up at the airport?
Pickup arrangements depend on the service and terminal. For Uber, use the app’s directions after requesting a ride to confirm the precise pickup point.
Is there transport between the terminals?
Yes. A complimentary inter-terminal coach connects Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 according to the displayed schedule.