Nal Airport
Daylight today(Jul 23, 2026, local time)
About 13h 38m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Nal Airport
Nal Air Force Station, also known as Bikaner Air Force Station and Civil Airport Bikaner, is a domestic airport and an Indian Air Force Station, which serves the city of Bikaner in Rajasthan, India. It is located at Nal, 13 km (8 mi) west of the city. The civil enclave within is operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and regular scheduled flight under the UDAN scheme were inaugurated in 2017. The IAF has deployed the first squadron of the indigenous HAL Tejas MK.1A at this base.
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Live weather
VIBKLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 8,960 ft / 2,731 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELHI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all India airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nal Airport?
The ICAO code for Nal Airport is VIBK, and its IATA code is BKB.
Where is Nal Airport located?
Nal Airport is medium airport located in Bikaner, India, at an elevation of 750 ft (229 m).
How many runways does Nal Airport have?
Nal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,960 ft / 2,731 m.
What time zone is Nal Airport in?
Nal Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Nal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nal Airport is approximately 1.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nal Airport?
The nearest airport to Nal Airport is Nagaur Airport (VI73), about 58.3 nm to the sse, followed by Phalodi Airport and Phalodi Air Force Station.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.