Telangana is a picturesque state in the southern part of India. It is home to various UNESCO world heritage sites such as Golconda Fort, Charminar, and Qutb Shahi Tomb. For this reason, this state attracts numerous tourists from all over the world throughout the year.

Planning a trip to this magnificent state?

Then, check out all details about airports in Telangana to effortlessly plan your holiday.

There is currently one airport in Telangana that offers regular international and domestic flights and two airports of the Indian Air Force. There have been Government propositions of building three new airports in the state.

Note: The services and other factors keep changing frequently. So, please verify all information before planning your trip.

1. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), Hyderabad

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, the busiest airport in the state, is situated in Shamshabad, about 20 km south of Hyderabad. The airport initiated operation in 2008. Most of the leading airlines operate flights from this airport daily.

• Address: Shamshabad, Hyderabad, Telangana 500409
• ICAO Code: VOHS
• IATA Code: HYD
• Category: International Airport
• Terminals:   The airport has two terminals.
  • Terminal 1 is for domestic flights.
  • Terminal 2 handles all international arrivals and departures.
• Operator: Airports Authority of India
• Services & Amenities Available:
  • 96 check-in desks and 46 immigration counters
  • Shops and the eateries
  • Spa
  • Luxurious shuttle service with 18 pick-up locations in the city

2. Dundigal Air Force Academy, Hyderabad

The Dundigal Air Force Academy is situated just about 23 km away from the twin cities of Secunderabad and Hyderabad. The airport was established in 1969 and commenced operations in 1971. This facility was established to train cadets and teach them skills such as air traffic control, joint service training, ground officers training, etc.

• Address: 9HX+GW5, Medak-Hyderabad Road, Dundigal, Telangana 500043
• ICAO Code: VODG
• IATA Code: NIL
• Category: Mid-Sized Airport and Academy
• Terminals: None
• Operator: Indian Air Force
• Services & Amenities Available:
  • Joint Services Training
  • Flying Training
  • Ground Duty Officers Training
  • Air Traffic Control Officers Training
  • Advance Training for Meteorological Officers (ATMOS)

3. Hakimpet Air Force Station, Secunderabad

Hakimpet Air Force Station is an Indian Air Force base under the Training Command. Situated within 18.8 km from Secunderabad, the base is used for Fighter Training Wing, Helicopter Training School, etc. The Non-Technical Training Institute (NTTI) at Air Force Station Hakimpet also serves as a training facility for Non-Technical Air Warriors. Over 200 airmen trainees receive administrative assistant trade training from the NTTI, which is led by a Chief Instructor.

• Address: Hakimpet, Military Area, Hakimpet Air Force Station, Hakimpet, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500014
• ICAO Code: VOHK
• IATA Code: NIL
• Category: Military
• Terminals: Hakimpet Air Force Station has one runway of 7384 feet. However, this station is mainly used for training.
• Operator: Training Command, Indian Air Force
• Services & Amenities Available: None

4. Nizamabad Airport, Nizamabad

Nizamabad Airport is a planned greenfield airport in Jaklan Pali, Nizamabad District, Telangana. The Airport Authority of India approved this plan in June 2013. The project location is on National Highway 44. Telangana state government is proposing to build the airport on  ​​1,161 acres.

5. Kothagudem Airport, Kothagudem

Kothagudem Airport is a proposed new airport development that will serve Kotagdem, a major industrial centre in Telangana. The airport will be built on a 1,600-hectare site in Punugulu Chellaka.

However, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said Kothagudem Airport was not included in the preliminary list of underserved airports in the Regional Connection Scheme (RCS)-UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) program document.

There is currently only one active airport in Telangana, but the state might need more airports as it is an important business and cultural centre of India. Hence, the Government has proposed some plans for developing new Telangana airports.

If you plan to visit or fly from this state, you might find this guide on airports in Telangana helpful.