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KLH IATA code 5 destinations 1 terminal AAI operated
Today's flights
Navi MumbaiKLH → NMI
~55 minOn time
MumbaiKLH → BOM
~1h 05mOn time
BengaluruKLH → BLR
~1h 45mOn time
HyderabadKLH → HYD
~1h 15mOn time
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Where you can fly from KLH

Two carriers currently serve Kolhapur — filter to see who flies where.

Navi Mumbai
NMI · KOLHAPUR–NMI
~55 min
IndiGo
ATR 72
Direct
Mumbai
BOM · KOLHAPUR–BOM
~1h 05m
Star Air
Embraer E175
Direct
Bengaluru
BLR · KOLHAPUR–BLR
~1h 45m
IndiGo · Star Air
ATR 72 / Embraer E145
Direct
Hyderabad
HYD · KOLHAPUR–HYD
~1h 15m
IndiGo
ATR 72
Direct
Ahmedabad
AMD · KOLHAPUR–AMD
~1h 30m
Star Air
Embraer E145
Seasonal · Oct–Mar

IndiGo flies ATR 72 turboprops; Star Air flies Embraer regional jets (its Mumbai service was upgraded from the E145 to the larger 76-seat E175 in mid-2025). Always confirm exact timings directly with the airline before travelling.

About The Airport

Small runway, long history

What began as a princely-state airstrip in 1939 is now a single-runway domestic gateway, still mid-expansion.

1,930m
Runway (extending to 2,300m)
606m
Elevation AMSL
5
Direct destinations today
~1.6L
Annual passengers (FY25)

Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj Airport sits at Ujlaiwadi, about 9 km southeast of Kolhapur city, and is owned and operated by the Airports Authority of India. The runway has been extended from its original 1,370 m to 1,930 m, with work under way to reach a full 2,300 m — at which point it will be able to take Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 jets. Today's flights run on a mix of IndiGo's ATR 72 turboprops and Star Air's Embraer regional jets.

The name honours Rajaram Maharaj of the erstwhile Kolhapur royal family, formalised by a 2018 resolution of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly. Inside, large murals of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj greet arriving passengers — a nod to the region's Maratha heritage.

1939
Air Services of India begins flights to the princely state of Kolhapur, backed by Rajaram Maharaj himself.
1987
The present airport begins operations at Ujlaiwadi.
2010–11
Runway closed by the DGCA for safety repairs, then reopened at 1,370 m.
2018
State assembly recommends renaming; scheduled flights resume under UDAN.
2021
Runway extended to 1,930 m; night-landing facilities added.
2024
New terminal inaugurated by PM Modi — GRIHA 4-star rated, handling 500+ passengers/hour at peak.
Beyond The Terminal

Why people fly into Kolhapur

Land at KLH and you're closer to temple bells, tanned leather and jaggery kettles than to a runway. Swipe to explore →

Mahalaxmi Temple

One of India's Shakti Peethas, drawing pilgrims from across the Deccan to Kolhapur's old city core.

Kolhapuri Craft

Hand-stitched Kolhapuri chappals and distinctive leatherwork, made in workshops around the city.

Kushti Wrestling

Mud-pit akhadas keep a centuries-old wrestling tradition alive, trained daily by local pehelwans.

Rankala Lake

A tranquil boating lake ringed by promenades — best for a slow sunset walk after landing.

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Good To Know

Frequently asked questions

General guidance is to reach the airport at least 2 hours before a domestic departure. Check-in and baggage drop typically close 1 hour before departure, so don't cut it too fine — the terminal is compact, but security queues can still build up at peak times.

Yes — a designated parking area outside the terminal serves both short-term drop-offs and longer stays for private vehicles and taxis.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, along with a cafeteria and refreshment counters, plus basic retail outlets for travel essentials.

No — Kolhapur Airport currently handles domestic flights only, operated by IndiGo and Star Air.

Taxis, autos, and app-based cabs are readily available outside the terminal — the ride into central Kolhapur usually takes about 10–15 minutes.

Yes — KLH operates a single terminal for all arrivals and departures, so there's no need to navigate between buildings or transfer zones.

Enquiry Office

Airport contact & location

For flight-specific queries, always contact your airline directly.

  • Enquiry Helpline+91 231 267 7351
  • Public Grievance Officertm_vakp@aai.aero
  • AddressKolhapur Airport, Ujlaiwadi, Kolhapur, Maharashtra 416004
  • Operated byAirports Authority of India (AAI)
16°39′53″N   74°17′22″E

Ujlaiwadi, roughly 9 km southeast of central Kolhapur — reachable by taxi in about 10–15 minutes.

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