City guide

Pune

Pune International Airport (PNQ)

Airport

Pune International Airport (PNQ)

Time zone

IST (UTC+5:30)

Currency

INR (₹)

Language

Marathi, strong English

Getting to your hospital

Pune International Airport is typically 10-15km from the central hospital areas, generally a 20-35 minute drive, one of the more straightforward airport-to-hospital transfers on this list.

Weather & best time to visit

Pune's elevation gives it a milder climate than most Indian cities year-round. Summers (March-May) are warm but rarely extreme, the monsoon runs June to September, and October to February is particularly pleasant.

Hospital districts

Pune, roughly three hours from Mumbai, has a notably milder climate than most Indian cities and a strong hospital sector supported by its large student and IT population, making it a comfortable, lower-intensity alternative to Mumbai.

Accommodation

Guesthouses and extended-stay hotels are available near the main hospital areas, generally at a more moderate cost than equivalent options in Mumbai.

Accessible transport

Generally considered one of the more comfortable, manageable cities on this list for international visitors, with reliable ride-hailing availability.

Dietary support

Maharashtrian cuisine offers strong vegetarian options, and the city's large student and professional population supports a genuinely diverse food scene, including international and dietary-specific options.

Recovery-friendly communication

Marathi and Hindi are widely spoken, with strong English proficiency given the city's large student and IT professional population.

Staying connected

SIM/eSIM availability and connectivity are reliable throughout the city.

Emergency numbers

All-in-one emergency112
Ambulance102
Police100
Fire101

Keep the treating hospital's helpline; most consular services for Pune-based patients are handled via Mumbai given its proximity.

Planning checklist

Passport, visa and medical letter
Hospital 24-hour helpline saved offline
Prescription list and medical records
Local SIM or eSIM activated on arrival
Cash plus card (INR) for the first 48 hours
Travel and medical insurance details
Companion contact info shared with hospital