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IXU Aurangabad Airport (Chikkalthana Airport)
Aurangabad Airport (Chikkalthana Airport) (IATA: IXU, ICAO:VAAU) is located in the the city of Aurangabad, India.

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IATA Code

IXU

ICAO Code

VAAU

Name

Aurangabad Airport (Chikkalthana Airport)

Type

Country / Region

India (IN)

City

Aurangabad

Latitude

19.8626995

Longitude

75.3981018

Time Zone

UTC+05:30

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Airport Overview

Aurangabad Airport (Chikkalthana Airport) (IXU / VAAU) is a regional public airport serving Aurangabad in Maharashtra, India. It is located in the Chikkalthana area, approximately 5.5 km east of the city centre, at UTC+05:30. Operated by the Airports Authority of India, the airport is primarily a domestic passenger facility with an associated cargo apron. For international freight forwarders, its practical role is generally as a regional origin or destination point, with wider international routings normally arranged through a suitable Indian gateway after confirmation of the available airline, handling and customs chain.

Airport name	Aurangabad Airport (Chikkalthana Airport)
Location	Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India
Identifiers	IATA: IXU \| ICAO: VAAU
Coordinates	19.8626995, 75.3981018
Runway information	One asphalt runway, 09/27, approximately 2,835 m, equipped with ILS according to the supplied airport record.

Our service team treats this airport as a regional, capacity-sensitive cargo point rather than a guaranteed international cargo gateway. Current operating status, cargo acceptance, customs availability and flight connection must be checked shipment by shipment.

Key Highlights

Regional airport profileBest suited to local Maharashtra traffic and selected domestic air freight movements, subject to current cargo handling arrangements.

Domestic-led networkInternational shipments may require an interline, road feeder or gateway transfer rather than direct international uplift.

Dedicated cargo-side infrastructureThe supplied airport record identifies a separate cargo apron; the availability of specific warehouse services must be confirmed before booking.

Road-access advantageIts proximity to Aurangabad supports local collection and delivery planning, while longer-haul gateway trucking requires separate schedule and security checks.

Operational variabilityAircraft type, available belly capacity, seasonal demand, weather and handling acceptance can materially affect routing and cut-off decisions.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Cargo handling: The airport record identifies a cargo terminal area and a separate cargo apron. Acceptance, terminal operator, cargo office hours and handling limits must be reconfirmed with the active carrier or ground handler.
Customs and export control: Do not assume that an ordinary domestic cargo counter can process an international export. Our team verifies whether customs examination, export documentation and carrier acceptance are available for the planned movement.
Temperature-controlled freight: Dedicated cold-room capacity, cool dollies, dry-ice replenishment and validated temperature-control procedures are not assumed. Pharmaceuticals, perishables and biological materials require written pre-acceptance.
Dangerous goods: Dangerous-goods acceptance depends on the operating airline, trained personnel, packaging, state-of-origin requirements and the availability of suitable screening and storage arrangements.
Bonded or special storage: Bonded, duty-suspended, valuables, live-animal and secure-storage services must be confirmed for the specific shipment; our service team can arrange a gateway alternative where the local facility is unsuitable.

Routes & Transit Times

Domestic distribution: Shipments may move on an available domestic passenger or freighter service, subject to current schedules, payload, aircraft type and carrier cargo acceptance.
International export: Our team normally evaluates a connection via a larger Indian gateway, using airline transfer or controlled road feeder service where available. The correct gateway depends on destination, commodity, airline contract and customs procedure.
Import delivery: For inbound international cargo, customs clearance and gateway deconsolidation may occur away from Aurangabad before final road delivery to the consignee.
Timing variables: Actual transit depends on booking confirmation, local acceptance cut-off, screening, connection protection, customs inspection, weekend or holiday operations, weather and last-mile capacity. No fixed transit time should be promised before confirmation.

The supplied record mentions Blue Dart cargo activity in the airport’s historical operating profile. Current carrier participation and available cargo uplift are time-sensitive and must be reconfirmed before quoting or issuing shipping instructions.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchment: Aurangabad and surrounding industrial and commercial areas in Maharashtra, with road connections to nearby manufacturing, engineering and consumer markets.
Industrial shipments: Time-sensitive engineering parts, automotive components, machinery spares, tooling, samples and production-support materials are suitable candidates when airline acceptance and packaging are confirmed.
Pharmaceutical and healthcare cargo: The region may generate healthcare-related shipments, but temperature-sensitive goods require validated packaging, documented handling and a confirmed cold-chain process.
Consumer and regional cargo: Electronics, garments, documents, replacement parts and e-commerce consignments may move through the airport or an alternative gateway according to weight, urgency and service availability.
Perishables: Food, horticultural products and other perishables require advance checks for acceptance, handling time, packaging, inspection and delivery arrangements; airport capability should not be inferred from regional production alone.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Carrier-specific cargo cut-off, screening deadline, document cut-off and warehouse receiving window must be obtained before collection. Regional stations may have less flexibility than major gateways.
Documentation: Prepare an accurate commercial invoice, packing list, airway bill data, shipper and consignee tax or registration details where required, permits, certificates of origin and commodity-specific licenses. The declared description must match the physical cargo.
Dangerous goods and batteries: Lithium batteries, chemicals, aerosols, magnetized materials and other regulated articles require correct classification, packing, marking, labels and shipper’s declaration where applicable under current air-transport rules.
Inspection and delivery: Customs, security or airline inspection can delay release. Consignees should be ready with identity, import authorization, duty or tax arrangements and an appointed broker before cargo arrival.

Shipping Tips

Book after acceptance reviewSend commodity, dimensions, gross weight, package count, ready date, value and destination to our service team before requesting a firm routing.

Build a gateway alternativeFor urgent or international cargo, request a parallel plan through a larger Indian gateway so that a local capacity change does not stop the shipment.

Use transport-ready packagingSecure cargo against vibration and handling, protect labels, separate incompatible goods and provide dimensions that match the physical packages.

Pre-clear special cargoObtain written approval before tendering dangerous goods, dry ice, pharmaceuticals, perishables, valuables, oversized pieces or live animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Aurangabad Airport (Chikkalthana Airport) handle international export cargo directly?

Do not assume direct international acceptance. The airport is primarily domestic in the supplied profile. Our service team checks the active airline, customs process, ground handler and destination routing; a gateway transfer may be required.

Is cargo acceptance available on every passenger flight?

No. Belly capacity, aircraft type, payload restrictions, security requirements and carrier commercial policy can change. Booking must be confirmed against the actual flight and cargo profile.

Can temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals be shipped through the airport?

They may be considered only after written confirmation of packaging, acceptance, storage, transfer and delivery arrangements. Our team will assess a gateway solution if a validated local cold-chain process is unavailable.

What information is needed for a rate and routing check?

Provide origin and destination, commodity and HS description, package count, dimensions, gross weight, chargeable-weight basis, ready date, declared value, battery or dangerous-goods details and any temperature requirement.

What commonly causes a local shipment delay?

Late tendering, incomplete documents, mismatch between booking and physical cargo, unavailable special handling, airline capacity changes, security screening and customs inspection are common risks. Early pre-alert and acceptance confirmation reduce exposure.

Data Sources & Provenance

Fixed airport identifiers, name, location, coordinates, runway description, operating profile and cargo-apron reference are based on the supplied airport record. Regulatory and operational statements are limited to general air-freight planning principles and are not a substitute for carrier, ground-handler, customs or airport confirmation.

Airport operator reference: Airports Authority of India — aai.aero
Indian civil-aviation regulatory reference: Directorate General of Civil Aviation — dgca.gov.in
Air transport standards reference: International Air Transport Association — iata.org
International aviation standards reference: International Civil Aviation Organization — icao.int

Schedules, airline participation, cargo acceptance, cut-off times, customs availability, storage capability, charges and transit times are changeable operational details. Our service team verifies them against the shipment and planned departure before issuing final instructions.