Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 12h 51m 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 Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport
Shivamogga Airport, officially renamed as Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport, is a domestic airport serving the city of Shimoga, Karnataka, India. It is located at Sogane, 8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Shimoga and 8.2 km (5.1 mi) from Bhadravathi. The airport was to be built under Public–Private Partnership (PPP) with the Government of Karnataka. However, due to delays in project execution, the contract was terminated in January 2015. On 15 June 2020, the Chief Minister of Karnataka, B. S. Yediyurappa, laid the foundation stone to start the construction of the airport at a cost of ₹ 4.5 billion. The airport is to be constructed in two phases, out of which the first phase was inaugurated on 27 February 2023 by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. It is named after Kuvempu, who is regarded as the greatest Kannada poet of the 20th century.
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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(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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport?
Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport uses the IATA code RQY.
Where is Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport located?
Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport is medium airport located in Shimoga, India, at an elevation of 2,017 ft (615 m).
What time zone is Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport in?
Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport is approximately 0.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport?
The nearest airport to Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport is Harihar Airport (VO52), about 41.8 nm to the nne, followed by Mangaluru International Airport and Mysore Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.