Goa to Diu flights — fares, airlines and what to know before you book
Quick answer: Goa to Diu non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 30m–1h 40m, operated by Star Air, Six non-stops a week (Star Air; no Friday flight) — confirm on your date. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest GOX–DIU fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Goa to Diu flights — quick facts
- Distance: ≈ 635 km
- Non-stop flight time: ≈ 1h 30m–1h 40m
- Typical routing: Six non-stops a week (Star Air; no Friday flight) — confirm on your date
- Airlines flying Goa Diu: Star Air
- Visa for Indians: Not required — Goa to Diu is a domestic flight within India.
When does the Goa–Diu flight operate?
Star Air's flight S5 431 departs Mopa in the early or mid-afternoon on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The airline's published schedule shows departures at about 14:10 or 15:20 depending on the period, with arrival in Diu about 1 hour 30 to 40 minutes later. The same Embraer E175 then continues from Diu to Ahmedabad. Star Air is a regional airline of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, and this route is one of the few direct air links between Goa and Saurashtra. Timings change between schedule periods, so confirm yours when you compare on FlightGPT.
Getting to Mopa for an afternoon departure
Mopa is in Pernem taluka, at Goa's northern end. From North Goa beach areas like Calangute or Anjuna it is about 45–60 minutes by taxi; from Panaji, about an hour; from South Goa, two hours or more. An afternoon flight gives you a relaxed final morning, but check-out traffic on NH66 and the new Mopa link road can build up at weekends. Taxis and app cabs serve the airport. If you arrived in Goa at Dabolim, note this flight does not leave from there; Dabolim (GOI) has no Diu service.
Arriving at Diu's small island airport
Diu Airport is on the island's western end near Nagoa beach, a few kilometres from Diu town. It handles only a few flights a day, so you will be outside within minutes of landing. Auto-rickshaws and hotel cars meet flights; scooter rentals in town are a popular way to get around the island. Diu is a Union Territory, part of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, and is a short bridge away from Gujarat's Una district. Hotels around Nagoa are closest to the airport; heritage stays near the fort put you in the old town's lanes.
Somnath, Gir and the Saurashtra coast from Diu
Many travellers use Diu as a gateway to Saurashtra. Somnath temple is about 85 km away, two hours by road, and Sasan Gir, home of the Asiatic lion, is around 100 km. Lion safari permits at Gir are booked online and are limited, so secure them before you fly; the park closes for the monsoon from mid-June to mid-October. Tulsishyam, a hot-spring temple in the Gir forest, is another short trip. Hire a car with a driver from Diu, since public transport across Saurashtra's interior is slow.
Star Air's E175: baggage and seats
The Embraer E175 is a regional jet with 2-2 seating, so there are no middle seats. Star Air's version has a small business cabin up front as well as economy. Baggage allowances depend on fare type; check what your ticket covers, especially if you are carrying Goan purchases. Overhead bins fit a standard cabin trolley. Bear in mind that Gujarat, which surrounds Diu, is a dry state; Diu itself permits liquor sales, but carrying alcohol onward into Gujarat without a permit is an offence, so do not plan to take Goa bottles beyond the island.
Busy and quiet periods for Goa to Diu
Diu's best weather is from October to March, and Gujarati holidaymakers fill the island around Diwali, Christmas and New Year, and in May. Flights out of Goa are busiest at the end of Goa's own peak in early January. The monsoon, June to September, brings rough seas to Diu and strong winds; the beaches are not safe for swimming then, and Gir is closed. With one 76-seat jet six days a week, search dates on FlightGPT well in advance for festival periods.
Two days in Diu: a simple plan after landing
With a late-afternoon arrival, use the first evening for Diu Fort's ramparts and the sunset at the INS Khukri memorial on Chakratirth hill. The next morning, walk the old town's lanes to St Paul's Church and the Diu Museum in the former St Thomas Church, then visit the Naida caves, a maze of quarried rock passages near the fort. Spend the afternoon at Nagoa or Ghoghla beach. The island is small, about 40 square km, so a rented scooter covers it easily. Keep a third day for Somnath if you have it.
Other routings from Goa to Diu
On Fridays, or if the non-stop is full, fly from Goa to Ahmedabad, where IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air run many daily flights, then take Star Air's Ahmedabad–Diu flight. Another route is Goa to Rajkot by air, followed by a drive of roughly 250 km to Diu. Mumbai to Diu by road is very long, so flying via Ahmedabad is usually the practical choice. Check whether connecting flights are on one ticket; separate tickets on a small regional airline leave you exposed if the first leg runs late.
Before you fly from Goa to Diu
- The non-stop runs every day except Friday.
- Leave from Mopa (GOX), not Dabolim.
- Book Gir lion safari permits before your trip.
- Do not carry liquor from Goa or Diu into Gujarat without a permit.
- Flying back? See the Diu to Goa guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Goa to Diu?
Yes. Star Air flies non-stop from Goa's Manohar International Airport at Mopa (GOX) to Diu (DIU) every day except Friday, using an Embraer E175 jet. Check the exact departure time for your date.
How long is the Goa to Diu flight?
Star Air's Goa to Diu non-stop takes about 1 hour 30 to 40 minutes for 635 km. Published departures from Mopa are at about 14:10 or 15:20 depending on the schedule period.
Which Goa airport has flights to Diu?
Flights to Diu leave from Manohar International Airport at Mopa (GOX) in North Goa. Dabolim Airport (GOI) near Vasco da Gama has no Diu service, so check the airport code before you travel.
How far is Somnath from Diu?
Somnath temple is about 85 km from Diu, around two hours by road. Sasan Gir National Park is roughly 100 km from Diu and closes for the monsoon from mid-June to mid-October.
Can I carry alcohol from Goa to Diu?
Diu permits liquor sales, and airlines allow sealed alcohol in checked baggage within limits. But Diu borders Gujarat, a dry state, so carrying Goa or Diu liquor into Gujarat without a permit is illegal.
What aircraft does Star Air use from Goa to Diu?
Star Air uses the Embraer E175, a 76-seat regional jet with 2-2 seating, on the Goa to Diu route. It has a small business cabin as well as economy.
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How to get the cheapest Goa–Diu fare
What you pay on the Goa–Diu 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 Goa to Diu live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across Star Air.
Same-week Goa to Diu tickets
Last-minute Goa to Diu fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Goa Diu prices across Star Air — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
Goa to Diu non-stop and direct flights
Most travellers prefer the Goa to Diu non-stop option. The direct Goa-Diu flight time is ≈ 1h 30m–1h 40m. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Goa Diu ticket but are open to a layover.
What Goa–Diu fares look like
Expect Goa–Diu 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 Star Air 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.