Pune International Airport VAPO

Pune International Airport VAPO: Pune is the second city in the Indian state of Maharashtra, West-Central India. It is also one of the fastest growing cities in the Asia-Pacific region.

On the Ground

Airport location: Approximately 10km north-east of Pune

Languages at Pune: English, Hindi, Marathi

Lead time for permit approval: A minimum of three weeks (Military Clearance)

Types of aircraft handled: Weight limitation of up to 94 tons (94,000 Kg)

Number of aircraft handled: 80 to 90 flights a day

Navaid available: VOR DME and NDB

Terminal capacity: 450 pax for departure and 450 pax for arrival

Equipment availability: All required GSE available for GA aircraft and commercial aircraft

Fuel types: Jet A1

Opening hours: Closed from Sunday-Friday 0130-0500, 1330-1730 and Saturday 0430-1130.

Customs: Yes

Alternative airports: VABB, VAAH

Important numbers: 

• Airport Authority: +91-20-26685201
• Airport Information: +91-20-26610136
• ATC: +91-20-26684434
• AIS: +91 9552509847

Operational Information

• Private flights require overflight and landing permits
• Non-scheduled commercial flights require overflight and landing permits
• An application to India DGCA must be made with all required documentation to secure permit approval
• They are processed during working hours, Monday – Friday, 0500-1200 UTC, as the office is officially closed on weekends and public holidays
• Emergency and air ambulance flights are normally processed within the shortest time possible within or outside of working hours

For more information on Pune Airport, visit https://www.puneairport.com/

Tourist Information

Weather: 

Pune weather has three seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. The summer months last from mid-March to June with maximum temperatures of 40°C (this usually occurs in May which is the hottest month). The monsoon period takes place between June and October with moderate rainfall and temperatures ranging from 22 to 28 °C. Winter temperatures average approximately 30-36°C.

Attractions: 

• Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati
• Sri Balaji Mandir
• Sarasbaug Ganpati Temple
• Darshan Museum
• National War Museum

For support with your operation to Pune, contact UAS India