Mangalore Airport

Mangalore International Airport (IXE)

Mangalore Airport is the gateway to coastal Karnataka, Northern Kerala, and the beautiful hilly region of Coorg. The airport also boasts an air cargo complex, which offers important connectivity to the exporters and importers in the region.

Air India operations

Check-in counters

Our check-in counters are located in the departure area on Level 1.

Terminal

This airport has one integrated terminal for both international and domestic operations.

Lounges

Unwind before and between your flights at the lounges in Mangalore Airport.

Services and amenities

Duty-free shopping

Smoking area/lounge

Nursing room

Prayer room

Self-check-in kiosks and self-baggage drop

Available for both domestic and international passengers.

Transfer desks

IXE has a transport desk to assist passengers.

Connectivity between the airport and city

Prepaid taxis
App-based private cabs
Private vehicle
Car rentals

IXE is approximately 13 km away from the city centre.

Minimum layover time

International: 1 hour 30 minutes
Domestic: 1 hour

Resolution desk for baggage issues

You can visit the issue resolution desk at the arrivals area to resolve matters concerning lost or damaged baggage.

Places to visit nearby

Malpe Sea Walk

63 km

Murdeshwar

160 km

Kudremukh

108 km

Airport FAQs

Mangalore Airport offers all passengers free Internet access for two hours. To access the network, follow the steps below:

Switch on your device’s Wi-Fi and choose ‘Wi-Fi@MIAL’.
Provide your mobile number and you will receive a One Time Password (OTP) on your mobile.
Enter the OTP to access the network, and you’ll have access for the next two hours.
In case of international/inactive mobile numbers, please visit the May I Help You counter at the arrival/departure area to get a coupon to activate Wi-Fi.

Yes, the Mangalore Airport facilitates assistance for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRM) and offers wheelchair service.

Yes.