Goa
India's beach state, with palm-fringed sands, Portuguese-era churches and a laid-back winter season.
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What Goa is like
Goa is India's beach state, with a long coastline, palm groves and a Portuguese heritage from more than four centuries of rule. TUI flies to Manohar International Airport at Mopa, in the north, closest to beaches like Calangute, Baga and Morjim.
Don't miss
- 01Old GoaGrand Portuguese churches, including the Basilica of Bom Jesus.
- 02FontainhasPanaji's old Latin quarter of colourful houses.
- 03Anjuna flea marketA big Wednesday market by the beach.
- 04Dudhsagar FallsA tall waterfall in the forest near the Karnataka border.
Where to stay
- North Goa (Calangute, Candolim)Busy beaches closest to the airport.
- South Goa (Palolem, Colva)Quieter, but a long drive from Mopa.
Worth knowing
The churches and convents of Old Goa are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Divar Island: a quiet island reached by ferry
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A rural river island of paddy fields, old Portuguese houses and chapels.
Direct flights to Goa from the UK
| From | Airlines | Months with flights | Distance | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick | TUI | Nov to Mar | 4,687 mi | Fares → |
| Manchester | TUI | Nov to Mar | 4,780 mi | Fares → |
From the airlines' own timetables for October 2026 to September 2027. Pick an airport to see the exact days.
Weather in Goa by month
Average daytime highs. The warmest months are April, May, November.
| Month | Day | Night | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32° | 20° | – |
| February | 32° | 21° | – |
| March | 33° | 23° | – |
| April | 33° | 25° | – |
| May | 34° | 26° | – |
| June | 31° | 25° | – |
| July | 29° | 24° | – |
| August | 30° | 24° | – |
| September | 30° | 24° | – |
| October | 32° | 24° | – |
| November | 34° | 23° | – |
| December | 33° | 21° | – |
Long-term averages from the national weather service's station record, as compiled on Wikipedia (Panaji). This station doesn't publish a count of rainy days with at least 1mm, so we don't show one.
Before you go
- You need a visa. Most holidaymakers apply online for an e-Visa: check it covers the airport you land at, and apply in plenty of time.
- Fill in the e-arrival card online in the 72 hours before you arrive.
- Your passport must expire at least 6 months after you arrive and have 2 blank pages.
From the Foreign Office's India travel advice, checked on 16 October 2026. Rules change, so check it before you travel.