Goa is the smallest state to get its independence in India. Before her independence in 1961, Goa was a Portuguese colony which lasted for more than 400 years. Presently it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. Apart from its scenic beaches on the Arabian Sea, Goa has great architectural specimens from the Portuguese era, which attracts considerable tourists every year.

If you are a resident of Goa or planning to visit this state, it will be helpful to learn about the present airports in Goa. Keep reading this article for a detailed guide.

For its meagre 3700 square kilometre area, Goa has two operational airports within its territory. The airports increase accessibility to different parts of Goa as it divides the huge number of passengers between the airports. Here are the names of Goa airport.

Please note: All the details regarding services and other factors keep changing frequently. Kindly ensure to verify the details before scheduling your trip.

1. Dabolim Airport, Dabolim

Dabolim is the first airport in Goa which was opened by the Portuguese administration in 1955. After Goa's independence in 1961, Indian Air Force set up its naval airbase here. The airport is located 4 km away from Vasco da Gama and 30 km away from the capital, Panaji. A newly renovated passenger terminal was inaugurated at the Dabolim Airport in 2013.   

• Address: Airport Rd, Dabolim, Goa 403801, India
• ICAO Code: VOGO
• IATA Code: GOI
• Category: International Airport
• Terminal: There are two terminals at this airport:
  • Terminal 1 (for domestic flights)
  • Terminal 2 (international flights)
• Operator: Airports Authority of India & Indian Navy
• Services & Amenities Available
  • Lost and found baggage claim 
  • Wheelchair
  • Duty-free shops 

2. Manohar International Airport, Mopa

Manohar International Airport is the newest addition to the list of Goa airports. Also known as Mopa International Airport, it lies within a distance of 34 kilometres from the capital city.   This airport was inaugurated in 2022 to reduce air traffic congestion at Dabolim Airport. This is the first international airport in India which is located within 150 km of the other international airport. 

• Address: Mopa, Goa 403512, India
• ICAO Code: VOGA
• IATA Code: GOX
• Category: International Airport
• Terminal: There is a single passenger terminal at this airport
• Operator: GMR Group
• Services & Amenities Available
  • Passenger lounge
  • Multiple Food and Beverage areas
  • Shopping outlets
  • Duty-free shop
  • Ramp
  • Freight service  

While you plan a trip to Goa, you should keep a few factors in mind to ensure a hassle-free experience. Firstly, among the airports of Goa, getting an app-based cab service is a challenge for the Manohar International Airport as the services are not entirely operational yet. So, it is better to avoid this airport for arrival. However, transport is easily available to the Manohar Airport from different parts of Goa.