Surat, the financial capital of Gujarat and hub for diamond and textile business in India attracts air travelers in large numbers.
Airports Authority of India’s Surat Airport has witnessed one of the highest passenger traffic growth in recent past that is around 600% growth from 2016-17 to 2018-19. Considering the magnificent rise in passenger traffic, AAI is extensively working towards the holistic development of the airport with a project cost of Rs 353 Crores. This project includes extension of existing terminal building from 8474 sqm to 25520 sqm. In addition to extension of terminal building, the expansion of Apron from five parking bays to 23 Parking bays and construction of parallel taxi track (2905 mX30 m) work has also commenced.