Palungtar Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 13h 46m 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 Palungtar Airport
L'aéroport de Palungtar est un aéroport qui desservait la ville de Gorkha au Népal. L'aéroport a ouvert en 1960 et a cessé son activité commerciale en 1975, à la suite de l'ouverture de l'autoroute reliant Gorkha à Pokhara.
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Live weather
VNGKLive 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KATHMANDU RADAR | Class C | Controlled | 7500 ft GND | FL200 |
| KATHMANDU CONTROL | Class C | Controlled | FL210 | FL460 |
| BHAIRAHAWA CTR | Class C | Controlled | GND | 10500 ft GND |
| KATHMANDU EAST FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL460 |
| KATHMANDU FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL460 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Nepal airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Palungtar Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Palungtar Airport?
The ICAO code for Palungtar Airport is VNGK, and its IATA code is GKH.
Where is Palungtar Airport located?
Palungtar Airport is small airport located in Gorkha, Nepal, at an elevation of 1,500 ft (457 m).
What time zone is Palungtar Airport in?
Palungtar Airport is in the Asia/Kathmandu time zone (UTC+05:45).
What is the magnetic variation at Palungtar Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Palungtar Airport is approximately 0.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Palungtar Airport?
The nearest airport to Palungtar Airport is Bharatpur Airport (BHR), about 21.7 nm to the s, followed by Pokhara International Airport and Pokhara Domestic Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palungtar Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.