Aurangabad to Pune travel guide — there is no nonstop flight (only a slow 1-stop via Hyderabad), so road or rail usually wins on this 235 km route.
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Quick answer: Aurangabad to Pune flights take about No non-stop — 1-stop via Hyderabad or Mumbai takes ≈ 4–6h with layover; road ≈ 3.5–4h, operated by IndiGo, Air India (1-stop via Hyderabad/Mumbai), No non-stop flights operate between Aurangabad and Pune. Air options are all 1-stop via a hub; for most travellers road or rail is faster and simpler.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest IXU–PNQ fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Looking for cheap flights from Aurangabad to Pune? FlightGPT compares live IXU to PNQ fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Aurangabad to Pune non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Aurangabad-Pune fare is one search away.
| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India | 7 kg | 15-25 kg | Full-service; meals included |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Aurangabad (now officially Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, airport code IXU) and Pune (PNQ) are only about 235 km apart by road — a drive of roughly three and a half to four hours on NH-753F via Ahmednagar. There is no non-stop flight on this pair, and never has been a reliable one. Every air itinerary routes through a hub such as Hyderabad or Mumbai, turning a short hop into a four-to-six-hour journey once you count the layover, two airport transfers and security at both ends. For almost everyone, the car, bus or train wins on both time and money.
If you must fly — typically because you are connecting from a long-haul or another city — IndiGo and Air India offer 1-stop itineraries via Hyderabad (HYD) or Mumbai (BOM). These can make sense only when one leg is part of a larger trip. Booked as a standalone Aurangabad–Pune journey, the connecting flight is slower and dearer than the road. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so disregard older listings showing them.
The straight-line distance is about 210 km, but no carrier flies it directly. A via-Hyderabad routing involves a south-east leg to HYD then a north-west leg back to PNQ — geographically a detour. Total elapsed time, including a typical one-to-three-hour layover, runs four to six hours. By contrast the drive is 235 km in around three and a half to four hours, and the Jan Shatabdi-class trains and frequent buses cover it in five to six hours.
Because the only air option is a connection, fares track the busy Hyderabad and Mumbai hubs rather than local demand. If you do book, two to four weeks ahead is sensible. We do not quote rupee fares as they change daily — compare live on FlightGPT.
| Mode | Typical time | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Self-drive / cab | ≈ 3.5–4h | Door-to-door, groups |
| Volvo / sleeper bus | ≈ 5–5.5h | Overnight, budget |
| Train | ≈ 6–9h | Comfort, low cost |
| 1-stop flight | ≈ 4–6h+ | Only if connecting onward |
Book the connecting itinerary as a single through-ticket so your baggage is checked all the way and a missed connection is the airline's responsibility, not yours. Be flexible by a day, set a FlightGPT price alert, and compare via-Hyderabad against via-Mumbai routings — one is often markedly cheaper. For most travellers, though, the genuine saving is to skip the flight entirely and take the road.
Business: the road is faster than any flight here; a chauffeured cab lets you work en route and arrive city-centre to city-centre. Families: a car or a daytime AC bus is far less stressful than two airports and a layover with children. Students and budget travellers: MSRTC and private buses are the cheapest by a wide margin, with frequent departures day and night. Reserve flying only for genuine onward connections.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Airport (IXU) at Chikalthana, about 10 km from Aurangabad city, is a compact single-terminal airport serving mainly Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad. Pune Airport (PNQ) at Lohegaon operates from a single terminal shared with the air force station; it is about 10 km from the centre and well connected by cab. Neither is large, so transfers are quick once you are landside.
At Aurangabad, app-cabs and autos reach the city in 20–30 minutes, and IXU is handy for the Ajanta and Ellora circuit. At Pune, PNQ sits near Viman Nagar; cabs reach Koregaon Park, the station and Hinjawadi IT parks in 30–60 minutes depending on traffic, which can be heavy. If you are continuing by road to Mumbai or onward, factor the notorious Pune evening congestion into your plans.
On any connecting flight, the through-fare's allowance applies across both legs — typically 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin on IndiGo's lowest fare, with more on higher buckets. Buy extra online rather than at the airport, where it costs more. See the IndiGo baggage page for current limits before you travel.
The June–September monsoon brings heavy rain to both the Deccan plateau and Pune; the Ahmednagar road remains driveable but allow extra time. October to February is the most comfortable season for both flying and the drive. Summers (April–June) are hot and dry inland. Whichever mode you pick, leave a buffer if you have a fixed onward booking — connecting flights in particular are exposed to delays at the hub.
Honestly, this is a route to drive, not fly. The only reason to take a 1-stop is if Pune or Aurangabad is one end of a longer air journey. For a standalone trip, put the airfare towards a comfortable cab or a Volvo bus and you will reach faster, cheaper and with far less hassle.
No. There is no non-stop flight between Aurangabad (IXU) and Pune (PNQ). All air options are 1-stop via a hub such as Hyderabad or Mumbai, which makes the journey slower than driving.
Road. A self-drive or cab covers the 235 km in about three and a half to four hours — faster than any connecting flight once layover and transfers are counted.
IndiGo and Air India offer 1-stop itineraries via Hyderabad or Mumbai. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct and Vistara has merged into Air India.
About 235 km by road and roughly 210 km in a straight line. The drive is around three and a half to four hours via Ahmednagar on NH-753F.
Yes. Frequent MSRTC and private buses (including overnight Volvo and sleeper services) take about five to five and a half hours, and Indian Railways runs trains taking roughly six to nine hours.
Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels your flight you are entitled to a full refund or a free alternative, plus compensation in defined cases. Refunds go to the original payment method within the prescribed timeline.
The through-fare allowance applies across both legs — typically 15 kg checked and 7 kg cabin on IndiGo's lowest fare. Buy extra online in advance to save money.
IndiGo and Air India open web check-in 48 hours before departure. On a connecting itinerary, check in for the first leg and confirm whether boarding passes for both legs are issued together.
Heavy June–September rain can slow the road and cause delays at the connecting hub. Leave a time buffer if you have fixed onward plans.
On a connecting flight, pets are subject to the operating airline's cabin or cargo rules, advance booking and health documents. For so short a distance, many owners simply travel by car instead.
Yes. Infants under two fly on an adult's lap at a nominal fare with valid age proof, one infant per adult. By road, a child seat is straightforward.
Compare on FlightGPT, then book the connecting flight directly with the airline as a single through-ticket so a missed connection is the carrier's responsibility.
Both airports have a single terminal — Aurangabad/Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (IXU) at Chikalthana and Pune (PNQ) at Lohegaon — so there is no terminal confusion.
Only a government photo ID such as Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence. No visa is required for domestic travel within India.
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Aurangabad to Pune prices swing with demand, season and lead time more than with any single airline. The reliable lever is comparison: pull every IXU–PNQ fare at once and shift your date by a day or two. Mid-week and red-eye departures on IndiGo, Air India (1-stop via Hyderabad/Mumbai) are usually where the cheapest seats sit.
For a same-week Aurangabad–Pune trip, the trick is to check all carriers at once rather than one app at a time. FlightGPT's live IXU-PNQ search does exactly that — red-eye and early-morning departures often carry the lowest last-minute prices. Enter your date above to compare instantly.
There is currently no non-stop service between Aurangabad and Pune — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of No non-stop — 1-stop via Hyderabad or Mumbai takes ≈ 4–6h with layover; road ≈ 3.5–4h. 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 Aurangabad Pune ticket but are open to a layover.
On Aurangabad to Pune, the headline price and the price you actually pay can differ once baggage and seat selection are added. That's why FlightGPT compares fully-bundled Aurangabad Pune fares across IndiGo, Air India (1-stop via Hyderabad/Mumbai) — the cheapest all-in option, not the lowest sticker that balloons at checkout.