Malda Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 43m 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 Malda Airport
Malda Airport is located at Malda, India. Situated at an elevation of 791 feet, it is 3 km from the city centre and covers a rough area of around 140 acres. It has a runway measuring 3600 by 100 feet and is unpaved. Small aircraft and helicopters can land here. The terminal was built to handle 20 passengers each on arrival and departure at a time. There were weekly services available to Kolkata and Balurghat operated by Vayudoot till 1989 when the services were withdrawn. As of 2017 the airport is under reconstruction.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
VEMHNOTAMs
VEMHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 3,600 ft / 1,097 m | — | — | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOLKATA | 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 Malda Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Malda Airport?
The ICAO code for Malda Airport is VEMH, and its IATA code is LDA.
Where is Malda Airport located?
Malda Airport is small airport located in Malda, India, at an elevation of 79 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Malda Airport have?
Malda Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,600 ft / 1,097 m.
What time zone is Malda Airport in?
Malda Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Malda Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Malda Airport is approximately 0.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Malda Airport?
The nearest airport to Malda Airport is Balurghat Airport (RGH), about 39.4 nm to the ene, followed by Shah Makhdum Airport and Surichua Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Malda Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.