Quick answer
Goa has two airports: Manohar International Airport at Mopa (code GOX) in the far north, opened in 2023, and Dabolim Airport (GOI) near Vasco in the centre-south. Fly into Mopa for North Goa beaches like Arambol, Anjuna and Baga, and into Dabolim for Panaji and South Goa. Prepaid taxis and the GoaMiles app are the easiest transfers.
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| Going to | From Mopa (GOX) | From Dabolim (GOI) |
|---|---|---|
| Arambol, Goa | ≈ 24 km | ≈ 50 km |
| Anjuna, Goa | ≈ 31 km | ≈ 32 km |
| Baga, Goa | ≈ 32 km | ≈ 29 km |
| Calangute, Goa | ≈ 34 km | ≈ 27 km |
| Candolim, Goa | ≈ 37 km | ≈ 23 km |
| Panaji, Goa | ≈ 38 km | ≈ 17 km |
| Old Goa, Goa | ≈ 37 km | ≈ 22 km |
| Colva, Goa | ≈ 70 km | ≈ 20 km |
| Benaulim, Goa | ≈ 75 km | ≈ 24 km |
| Palolem, Goa | ≈ 113 km | ≈ 62 km |
Distances are approximate road distances. Allow 30 km/h on average — Goa's roads are narrow and busy in season.
Getting from the airport
- Prepaid taxi counters at arrivals show fixed fares by destination — the simplest option.
- GoaMiles — the state-backed taxi app, with counters at the airports.
- Hotel pickup — many hotels arrange cars; agree the price in advance.
- Buses — limited; there are some airport buses and KTC routes, best for light travellers.
- Self-drive — rental cars and scooters can be delivered to the airport (car rentals).
Tips
- Late-night arrival? Pre-book a taxi through your stay.
- Check which airport your flight uses — both are 'Goa' on booking sites.
- Need a route? See airport to Baga and airport to Panaji.
