Ahmedabad to Aurangabad flight guide — direct or via Mumbai, Ajanta Ellora caves access, airlines, fares and Marathwada travel tips.
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Quick answer: Ahmedabad to Aurangabad flights take about ≈ 1h 30m–3h (1-stop via Mumbai; rare direct historically), operated by IndiGo, Air India, Occasional direct flights (verify schedule); most reliable is 1-stop via Mumbai (BOM) ≈ 2h 30m total. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest AMD–IXU fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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The AMD–IXU sector is short enough (≈ 620 km) to attract direct services, and IndiGo has periodically operated it. However, schedule continuity has been uneven — the route runs, pauses, and resumes based on load factors. Always check IndiGo and Air India apps directly for a direct AMD–IXU flight before defaulting to the Mumbai connection. If a direct flight is available, it cuts the journey to ≈ 1h 30m and saves airport-to-airport time. If not, the AMD–BOM–IXU routing with IndiGo is dependable and the Mumbai layover can be as short as 60 minutes.
Aurangabad is best visited between October and February when temperatures are 12–28 °C and cave exploration is comfortable. The Ellora Caves — 34 rock-cut temples spanning Buddhist, Hindu and Jain traditions — are extraordinary in the cool morning light. The Ajanta Caves, ≈ 100 km north, require a full day from Aurangabad. December sees brisk tourism from Gujarat families and the Aurangabad festival calendar is active. During this window, AMD–IXU demand picks up and fares via BOM average ₹5,000–₹9,000 one-way. Book 4–5 weeks ahead for December dates.
Via Mumbai, AMD–BOM takes ≈ 1h 05m and BOM–IXU is ≈ 55m. Add a 60–90 minute Mumbai layover and total travel is ≈ 3h. If a direct AMD–IXU flight is available, the block time is ≈ 1h 20m–1h 30m, making it one of the shortest possible inter-state connections in western India. Mumbai's BOM airport routes AMD arrivals to T1 (for IndiGo) — the onward BOM–IXU departs from the same T1 terminal, so the connection is straightforward without needing to cross terminals. Aurangabad Airport (IXU) is a compact facility ≈ 10 km from the city centre.
As of June 2026, one-way AMD–IXU fares (via Mumbai) range from ≈ ₹3,800 on IndiGo sales to ₹7,500 in peak winter months. If a direct service is available, prices are similar or occasionally cheaper at ₹3,500–₹6,000. IndiGo base fares include 15 kg checked; Air India full-service economy offers 25 kg. Aurangabad Airport's expansion work has been ongoing — expect a simpler arrivals experience than at metros. The city has good mid-range and luxury hotels near Ellora Road; book accommodation early in November–December as Bibi Ka Maqbara (the 'Mini Taj') tourism drives quick hotel fill-ups.
From Aurangabad Airport (IXU), Ellora Caves are ≈ 30 km west on NH52 — about 45 minutes by taxi (₹600–₹800 one-way). Ajanta Caves are ≈ 100 km north on NH52 and take ≈ 2h by car; a full-day private cab hire costs ₹2,500–₹3,500 for the Ajanta round trip. MSRTC state buses also cover both routes from Aurangabad's Central Bus Stand at lower cost. The Bibi Ka Maqbara and Daulatabad Fort are within 15 km of the city. Many travellers combine Ellora in the morning and Bibi Ka Maqbara in the evening on day one, reserving day two for Ajanta.
No visa or special permit is required for Ahmedabad–Aurangabad. A government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID, driving licence or passport — is sufficient at the airport. DigiYatra is available at AMD for fast security queues. IXU airport may have limited DigiYatra support currently — carry a physical or digital boarding pass as backup. If you are an NRI travelling on an OCI card plus a foreign passport, both documents are needed at domestic check-in. Aurangabad's heritage sites charge different entry fees — Ellora is ₹40 for Indians and Ajanta is ₹40 for Indians, both managed by ASI.
Travellers flying from Ahmedabad to Aurangabad can craft a rewarding loop: start with Aurangabad's UNESCO sites for 2–3 days, then take a train or overnight bus to Nashik (≈ 230 km) for Shirdi and Sula Vineyards, and fly back to Ahmedabad from Nashik's Ozar Airport (ISK) if a service is available. Alternatively, fly AMD–IXU and return by IndiGo or Air India to AMD via Mumbai; the return can often be cheaper than a round-trip if you book both legs independently. Road travel Ahmedabad–Aurangabad on NH48 takes ≈ 8h, a viable option if you have cargo or want to explore Vadodara en route.
Occasionally yes — IndiGo has operated direct AMD–IXU flights (≈ 1h 30m), but schedule continuity has been variable. As of June 2026, verify current schedules before booking; the most reliable option is 1-stop via Mumbai (≈ 3h total).
Via Mumbai, fares range from ≈ ₹3,800 to ₹7,500 one-way. If a direct AMD–IXU flight is available, prices are similar at ₹3,500–₹6,000. Peak winter season (November–February) pushes fares higher.
Ellora Caves are ≈ 30 km from IXU (≈ 45 min by taxi, ₹600–₹800). Ajanta Caves are ≈ 100 km (≈ 2h, full-day hire ₹2,500–₹3,500).
IndiGo and Air India are the main carriers. Most itineraries connect via Mumbai. IndiGo has the most departure frequency on the AMD–BOM sector.
It is very tight — Ajanta is ≈ 100 km from Aurangabad and needs at least 3 hours. Most visitors split the two over two days. Ellora can be done in a half-day.
As of 2026, both Ajanta and Ellora Caves charge ≈ ₹40 per Indian adult (ASI rates; verify at the site). Foreign nationals pay ₹600. Camera/video fees may apply for professional equipment.
What you pay on the Ahmedabad–Aurangabad route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Ahmedabad to Aurangabad live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo, Air India.
Last-minute Ahmedabad to Aurangabad fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Ahmedabad Aurangabad prices across IndiGo, Air India — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
There is currently no non-stop service between Ahmedabad and Aurangabad — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of ≈ 1h 30m–3h (1-stop via Mumbai; rare direct historically). Comparing hubs side by side often saves 15-30 percent. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Ahmedabad Aurangabad ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Ahmedabad–Aurangabad fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service IndiGo ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.