Pondicherry Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 12h 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 Pondicherry Airport
Pondicherry Airport is a domestic airport serving the union territory of Puducherry, India. It is located at Lawspet, situated 8.1 km (5.0 mi) from the international community of Auroville. The airport has scheduled flights and operations of the local flying training school. In 2007, the Government of Puducherry decided to expand the airport to accommodate larger aircraft and commissioned a new terminal building. The new terminal was inaugurated on 18 January 2013, with the arrival of a SpiceJet flight from Bangalore. After a gap of three years, the airport was operationalised again under the UDAN scheme in August 2017, with daily flights to Hyderabad and Bangalore.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
VOPCLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 4,921 ft / 1,500 m | 100 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Tower | — | 122.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUMBAI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| CHENNAI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all India airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 187 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pondicherry Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pondicherry Airport?
The ICAO code for Pondicherry Airport is VOPC, and its IATA code is PNY.
Where is Pondicherry Airport located?
Pondicherry Airport is medium airport located in Puducherry (Pondicherry), India, at an elevation of 134 ft (41 m).
How many runways does Pondicherry Airport have?
Pondicherry Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,921 ft / 1,500 m.
What time zone is Pondicherry Airport in?
Pondicherry Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Pondicherry Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pondicherry Airport is approximately 1.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pondicherry Airport?
The nearest airport to Pondicherry Airport is Neyveli Airport (NVY), about 27.1 nm to the sw, followed by Tambaram Air Force Station and Chennai International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pondicherry Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.