Taxis and auto-rickshaws are plentiful outside the terminal; the city center is 10–15 minutes away. Agree on fare before boarding an auto-rickshaw.
Things to do at Vadodara Airport (BDQ)
Vadodara AirportBDQ
At the airport
Things to do in Vadodara Airport
Vadodara (Baroda) is home to the stunning Laxmi Vilas Palace, one of the largest private residences in the world and open to visitors. The city's Kirti Mandir royal cenotaphs and Baroda Museum are reachable in about 15 minutes from the airport. The Sayaji Baug — a sprawling garden complex with a zoo and planetarium — is a pleasant stop in the city center for those with a few hours.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Vadodara Airport
- The airport terminal is compact with limited seating. For long waits, a nearby hotel lobby or café is more comfortable.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at BDQ
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Vadodara Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestPremium Lounge
At Vadodara Airport (BDQ) in Vadodara, India, the Premium Lounge is conveniently located in Terminal 1 on the airside, making it an easy stop for travelers once they’ve completed the required exit formalities. After you pass through passport control and the security check, continue into the airside departures area and head up to the 1st floor. The airport lounge is situated next to the Club One Class Lounge, so you can use that nearby lounge as a clear landmark to confirm you’re in the right place. This straightforward location in Terminal 1 helps streamline your travel through Vadodara Airport, giving you a comfortable place to relax after clearing security and before your flight.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.