Rajkot Airport serves the Saurashtra region in western Gujarat, approximately 25 km from the city centre.
It is the most convenient access point to the Gir Sanctuary, the only place in the world where Asian lions live in the wild.
How to get to Rajkot Airport
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By Train
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Average travel time to RAJ
Parking near Rajkot Airport
Airport-managed parking is located in front of the terminal.
Video surveillance is active, with rates remaining moderate.
How to get to Rajkot from RAJ
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Car rental at Rajkot Airport
Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for reaching the Gir Sanctuary.
The agency typically requires driver's license, passport, credit card and International Driving Permit.
Hotels near Rajkot Airport
Rajkot city
About 30 km from the Hirasar terminal along the Rajkot-Ahmedabad Highway, 45-60 minutes by car depending on traffic and the exact point in the city; no dedicated airport shuttle, only taxi or private car.
Best for: Business trips and stopovers before continuing towards the Saurashtra coast, accepting in any case a transfer of over half an hour from the new terminal.
- The international chains (Radisson, ITC, Marriott through The Fern) are concentrated in the city and only a few minutes apart from one another
- The distance from the new airport changes little from one hotel to another: it's better to choose based on the neighbourhood rather than saving a few kilometres
- No hotel or property in the immediate vicinity of the terminal, unlike many similarly sized Indian airports
- During rush hour, traffic on the Ahmedabad expressway can push the transfer beyond an hour
Recommended hotels
- Park Inn & Suites By Radisson Rajkot The first hotel of an international hotel brand to open in Rajkot, in the city's industrial and commercial district; an entirely vegetarian restaurant serving regional kathiyawadi thali alongside international dishes. View availability
- Lemon Tree Hotel, Rajkot Right in the city centre, a few minutes on foot from the Racecourse and the Watson Museum; among the highest scores in the city on the main OTAs. View availability
- Quality Inn Patria Suites, Rajkot On Airport Main Road, the road to the old city airport now closed to commercial traffic (not the new Hirasar terminal); a panoramic terrace with a restaurant much praised in reviews. View availability
- The Fern Residency Rajkot, Series by Marriott In the Ranchhod Nagar district, 20 minutes on foot from the railway station; part of the partnership between Marriott and the eco-conscious Indian chain The Fern, launched in 2023-2024 under the Series by Marriott brand. View availability
- Fortune Park JPS Grand Rajkot - Member ITC Hotels' Group A hotel of the ITC group on 150 Feet Ring Road near Mavdi Circle, with 77 rooms, a spa and an outdoor pool; of the addresses on the list, the farthest from the new airport, over 37 km away. View availability
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Terminal guide
The terminal is compact in size, consistent with its role as a regional hub in Saurashtra.
Passengers should allow 1.5-2 hours in advance of their flights.
Map of Rajkot Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What makes the Gir Sanctuary special?
It's the only place in the world where the Asiatic lion, a subspecies distinct from the African lion, still lives in the wild: book safaris well in advance, as availability is limited.
Q. How far is the Gir Sanctuary from Rajkot Airport?
About 2-3 hours by car: many visitors stay overnight near the park to maximize their chances of sightings during safaris.
Q. Is Rajkot Airport the new one at Hirasar?
Yes, Rajkot International Airport at Hirasar, opened in 2023 north of the city, replaced the smaller old city airport that stood near the center.
Q. Can you drink alcohol in Rajkot?
Gujarat is a 'dry' state: the sale of alcohol is heavily regulated and generally prohibited, except with special permits.
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