When is the cheapest time to fly to Ahmedabad?
The off-season (the high summer and monsoon season) is a good time to find cheap flights to Ahmedabad as are Tuesdays, while Saturday have higher airfares on average. Flying to Ahmedabad from the UK usually involves one stopover, but it’s well worth it! The city is rich in culture, full of UNESCO-listed architecture, and known for its food, festivals, and bustling markets. , and if you're flexible with travel dates, you can grab a cheaper fare—especially by avoiding peak holiday periods. Search for flights in summer or in the monsoon season for a cheaper price.
When is the best time to book your flight to Ahmedabad?
Prices for flights to Ahmedabad can rise over Christmas and New Year’s as well as for Indian holidays, so make sure you book your return flights at least eight weeks in advance for these periods.
How long does it take to fly to Ahmedabad?
Flights from the UK typically take around 12 to 14 hours (with a stop).
Which UK airports have flights to Ahmedabad?
You can fly to Ahmedabad from London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Currently, you can only fly direct to Ahmedabad from London Gatwick.
When is the best time to visit Ahmedabad?
Summers in Ahmedabad are hot (34-44 degrees Celsius) and last from mid-March to mid-June when the monsoon season finally breaks the heat. The rain lessens by September making the winter months from October to March the best time to visit in terms of weather.
Flying to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport AMD
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) is located in Hansol, 15 kilometres from the city centre. There are four terminals: one for international travel, one for domestic flights and two for secondary traffic and cargo.
Terminal 2 at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) includes a long-moving walkway to assist passengers moving between the two terminals. This medium-sized airport also includes lifts, escalators and signs in English. Both terminals have all the facilities travellers need in an airport: luggage services, banks and currency exchanges, Wi-Fi, childcare rooms, shops (including duty-free), restaurants and cafes with air-conditioned seating areas. There are a quite a few information desks, including for hotel and transport booking.
Getting to the City from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport AMD
The nearest bus stop is the Sardar Nagar Approach, which is about a 12-minute walk from the airport (you could also take a taxi). Buses 16, 101, 105, 106, 107 and 126 all head to the city centre from the airport. You can prepay for your taxi at booths in the airport or find taxis and rickshaws waiting outside the arrivals lounge. Shuttle buses also run every 30 minutes, providing pick-up and drop-off services to 29 stops.
Why Visit Ahmedabad?
Ahmedabad has always been pioneering. Founded in the 11th century, it was one of India’s prized cities (famous for its Islamic architecture) by the 1800s. Dubbed ‘the Manchester of the East’ during British rule, the metropolis is now part of the wave of IT-based commerce that’s sweeping India into the future with a smattering of modern architecture to show for it.
The city is famous for being the central point for the Indian Independence Movement after Mahatma Gandhi arrived in 1915 and set up the Sabarmati Ashram on the banks of the Sabarmati River, which is now open to visitors. Top historic sites to see on a holiday to Ahmedabad include Bhadra Fort (the heart of the ancient city), the jaw-dropping Jain Hutheesing Temple and Jama Masjid, which is considered one of India’s most beautiful mosques. Don’t miss the Calico Textile Museum, one of the best collections of Indian textiles in the world.
Ahmedabad visa requirements
British passport holders are eligible for a 60-day e-Visa. Go to the India High Commission website for details on how to apply. The day you are required to leave the country (or have extended your visa by) will be stamped in your passport. Your passport needs to be machine readable and contain two blank pages for your visa. It must also be valid for a minimum of 180 days at the time of your visa application. Indian rupees are available from ATMs and currency exchange services at the airport.
