Rourkela Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 13h 21m 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 Rourkela Airport
Rourkela Airport is a domestic airport serving Rourkela, Odisha, India. It is located near Chhend Colony, 6 km (3.7 mi) west of the city centre. The airport is capable of handling ATR-72 type aircraft, an apron for parking of two aircraft at a time and a general aviation terminal. The license for commercial usage of the airport was issued in January 2019. The airport upgradation project was taken up by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) at a cost of ₹ 64.24 crore. It involved expansion of the runway from 1,765 m to 1,930 m to handle larger aircraft, like the ATR-72 and De Havilland 8-400 aircraft, construction of a new apron, a parallel taxiway to the runway, a new passenger terminal building and a perimeter wall. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted licence to Rourkela Airport for public use on 19 December 2022. The airport was upgraded from 2B to 2C category type. Commercial operations to Rourkela began from 7 January 2023, with direct flights provided by Alliance Air to Bhubaneswar and to Kolkata from 1 September 2023.
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Live weather
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Where you can fly from here
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 5,987 ft / 1,825 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | ROURKELA TOWER | 122.300 MHz |
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 Rourkela Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rourkela Airport?
The ICAO code for Rourkela Airport is VERK, and its IATA code is RRK.
Where is Rourkela Airport located?
Rourkela Airport is medium airport located in Rourkela, India, at an elevation of 659 ft (201 m).
How many runways does Rourkela Airport have?
Rourkela Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,987 ft / 1,825 m.
What time zone is Rourkela Airport in?
Rourkela Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Rourkela Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rourkela Airport is approximately 0.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rourkela Airport?
The nearest airport to Rourkela Airport is Barbil Tonto Airstrip (IN-0074), about 33.5 nm to the ese, followed by Noamundi Airport and Jharsuguda Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rourkela Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.