Air India

Ref: DIR43

Type : Travel Agent

Goa is geographically the smallest state of the Indian Union. It was part of the Union Territory of Goa, Daman & Diu prior to attaining full statehood on May 30, 1987 when Daman & Diu retained separate identity as a Union Territory.

Tourism is a major industry in Goa. On an average a million people, including 1.25 lakh foreigners visit Goa. The territory is known for its numerous beaches such as Calangute, Colva and Vagator. Essentially export-oriented because of iron ore and manganese deposits. Paddy is the main agricultural crop, followed by ragi, cashew and coconut. Rice is the staple food of Goans. Fish, like rice, is an important component of the Goans’ food.

Check-in Time for Air India flights:

Three hours prior to departure for international passengers and two hours for domestic passengers.

Air India Flight Schedule

Wednesday: AI855 operates Mumbai-Goa and onward to Dubai and Kuwait.

Thursday: AI854 operates Goa-Mumbai with onward connections to Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, Kuwait, Muscat, Jeddah, Frankfurt, Paris, London, New York and Chicago.


Customs and Immigration formalities can be completed at Goa itself and baggage tagged to the final destination. Air India flights from Goa arrive at the international airport in Mumbai and therefore no change of terminal is involved for international passengers.

All international passengers are advised to reconfirm their bookings at least 72 hours prior to departure.