Serving the Leh district in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, here’s your guide to Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport.
| Cities: | Leh | Country: | India | |
| ICAO: | VILH | IATA: | IXL | |
| Elevation: | 10,682 ft. | Latitude/longitude: | 34°08′09″N 077°32′47″E | |
| Timezone: | UTC+05:30 | Airport type: | Domestic | |
| Slots: | Yes | PRP: | No | |
| Fire category: | IV | Runway length: | 2743 x 45m | |
| Tower frequency: | N/A | Ground frequency: | N/A |
On the Ground
Airport location: 20 minutes from Leh city center
Languages: English, Hindi
Opening hours: 0215-0645 Daily
Operational Information
Lead time for permit approval:
- Three working days from non-PRC countries
- Seven working days from PRC countries
- Three weeks for Military permit
Types of aircraft handled: A320, B737
PCN: 38/R/C/W/U (Apron) 50/F/C/X/T (Airside)
Navaid available: DME DVOR NDB
Terminal capacity: 250 passengers per hour
Fuel types: Jet A1, AVGAS, 100LL/ Oil MJO II
Customs: Not available
Alternative airports: VIJU
Important numbers:
- Fire: +1982257101
- Police: +1982252018
Tourist Information
Climate:
Leh has a cold desert climate so has long and cold winters from November to early March. The weather from March to October is generally fine and warm during the day.
Security: Leh is generally a safe and secure destination
Attractions:
- Leh Palace
- Namgyal Tsemo Gompa
- Shanti Stupa
- Cho Khang Gompa
- Chamba Temple
- Jama Masjid
- Gurdwara Pathar Sahib
- Sankar Gompa and village
- War Museum
- The Victory Tower
- Zorawar Fort
- Ladakh Marathon
- Datun Sahib
For support with your operations to Bhubaneswar, contact UAS India