Aurangabad Airport is in the Maharashtra state of India. An ancient and stunning city, it was the capital of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Here’s what you need to know.

City:	Aurangabad	Country:	India
ICAO:	VAAU	IATA:	AAU
Elevation:	1911 FT / 40.0°C	Latitude/longitude:	195152N 0752351E
Airport type:	AAI Controlled	Mar Var:	1.25°W (1985) /0.017W
Time zone:	+ 5.30 UTC	Runways:	1
Fuel types:	Jet A1	Airport type:	No
Runway length:	2286 x 45	PCN:	Tarmac 63 F/C/W/U
Airport slots:	Yes	Fire category:	CAT-6
Tower frequency:	122.3 MHZ	Ground frequency:	122.3 MHZ

Languages spoken at Aurangabad Airport: Hindi and English

Navaid available: NDB , DME (VOR), DVOR

Lead time for permit approval:

Operating Non-PRC: 1 working day for technical landing, 3 working days for load change
Operating PRC: 3 working day for technical landing, 7 working days for load change

Airport operating hours:
0015 – 0200 UTC
0645 – 0830 UTC
0930 – 1515 UTC

Extention of watch hours is possible if arranged and paid for in advance.

On the Ground

Aircraft handled

Airport slots: Approval is required from VAAU APD office

Ramp facilities: GH equipment/ transport / first aid and emergency services are available.

Passenger and crew facilities: There is no GA terminal. You agent should provide baggage assistance and escort guests through CIQ clearance.

Maintainance and hangars: Extremely limited and acquired through a commercial airline.

Parking facilities: Available with pre-approval from APD office. Aircraft should carry towbar on board.

Security: CCTV and airport security – CISF

Customs and Immigration: Not available at VAAU as it is a domestic airport

Alternatives to Aurangabad Airport: VANP, VAID, VABB

Important numbers:

Emergency: +91 2402476121 (ATC)
Police: +91 0240-2380808 / 2392504
Fire: +91 0240 – 2334000 / 2331444 / 2340011 – 14
Customs (terminal manager): +91 2402476147
Airport authority: +91 2402476121
AIS: +91 2402476121

Tourist Information

Climate:

The climate of Aurangabad is temperate with low humidity and diverse weather conditions. Aurangabad has three seasons: Summer, Winter, and Monsoon.

Summer lasts from March to May with average temperatures of 37°C to 21°C. Winter lasts from November to February with average temperatures of 22°C to 10°C. Monsoon lasts from June to October and see moderate rainfall of 91cm on average.

Safety:

Visitors are advised to follow their planned schedule with a pre-appointed guide
Use hotel transport and avoid unnecessary night travel
Be wary of strangers
Don’t wear expensive items or jewelry

Attractions:

Ajanta Caves (UNESCO world heritage site)
2Ellora Caves
Devgiri Fort
Ghrishneshwar Temple
Pitalkhora Caves

Accommodation close to Aurangabad Airport:

Welcome Hotel Rama International
Ajanta Ambassador
Lemon Tree
Vits
Vivanta by Tai
Windsor Castle

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