Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · India

VABOBDQ

Vadodara International Airport

Vadodara, India

ICAO

VABO

IATA

BDQ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

129 ft

Country

India

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VABO

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Vadodara International Airport (VABO / BDQ) in Vadodara, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VABO is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – India

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of India.

Applicable permit lead times for India are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for India are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at VABO

Direct FBO and handler coordination at VABO covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Vadodara International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at VABO

Fuel on record at Vadodara International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to VABO

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for VABO: 22° 20′ 10″ N 73° 13′ 34″ E; elevation 129 ft; local time UTC+5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Vadodara

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Vadodara.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VABO.

Cargo Operations at VABO

Support for freighter operations into VABO covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Vadodara International Airport

Latitude
22° 20′ 10″ N
Longitude
73° 13′ 34″ E
ICAO code
VABO
IATA code
BDQ
Municipality
Vadodara
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BDQ?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VABO.

Submit flight inquiry for VABO

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VABO

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Vadodara International Airport?

The ICAO code is VABO and the IATA code is BDQ.

Is Jet A1 available at VABO?

Yes. Fuel on record at Vadodara International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at VABO?

Vadodara International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does VABO operate in?

Vadodara International Airport operates on UTC+5.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for VABO?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VABO.