How Much Does It Cost to Get from Pune Airport to the City?

Pune Airport is about 10 km from the city centre, but fares vary significantly based on your transport choice, destination, and the time of day you arrive.

Prepaid taxi fares

The prepaid taxi counter outside arrivals sets fixed fares by destination zone. These are reliable and non-negotiable, which is their main advantage.

• City centre (Camp, Deccan, Shivajinagar): INR 500–800
• Koregaon Park / Kalyani Nagar: INR 400–600
• Viman Nagar (nearby): INR 250–400
• Hinjewadi IT Park: INR 900–1,500
• Kothrud / Warje: INR 700–1,000
• Pimpri-Chinchwad: INR 600–900

Payment is cash only at the counter.

App cab fares (Ola / Uber)

During normal hours, app cabs are typically 20–30% cheaper than prepaid taxis. A ride to central Pune runs INR 350–600. However, surge pricing during peak hours (morning rush, evening flights, weekends) can push fares above prepaid taxi rates. Always check the app estimate before booking.

The pickup zone for app cabs is a short walk from arrivals. Wait times are usually 5–10 minutes but can stretch during busy periods.

Pre-booked private transfer

Private transfers offer fixed pricing regardless of traffic or time of day.

• Sedan to city centre: INR 1,000–1,500
• SUV to city centre: INR 1,500–2,200
• Sedan to Hinjewadi: INR 1,500–2,000
• Sedan to Lonavala: INR 2,500–4,000

The price typically includes 30–60 minutes of free waiting time after your flight lands, which covers baggage delays.

Auto-rickshaw

If you exit the airport perimeter on foot, auto-rickshaws charge INR 150–300 to nearby areas like Viman Nagar or Kalyani Nagar. They run on meters (check that the driver uses it) plus a possible night surcharge. Not practical with more than one small bag.

What affects the price most

Traffic is the biggest factor in Pune. The distance to the city centre is modest, but during rush hours the journey can take over an hour — and app cab fares climb with time. If you are arriving between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM, a fixed-price option (prepaid taxi or pre-booked transfer) protects you from both surge pricing and the stress of watching the meter tick.

Currency note

All prices are in Indian Rupees (INR). As of 2026, 1 USD is approximately 85 INR. ATMs are available inside the terminal if you need cash on arrival.