Syangboche Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m 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 Syangboche Airport
Syangboche Airport is a domestic airport located in Namche Bazaar serving Solukhumbu District, a district in Koshi Province in Nepal. Syangboche Airport’s first and foremost challenge is its elevation at 3,780 m (12,402 ft); it is exposed to some of the most extreme and capricious weather conditions in the world, with heavy winds, fog and snowfall.
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Live weather
VNSBLive 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Syangboche Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Syangboche Airport?
The ICAO code for Syangboche Airport is VNSB, and its IATA code is SYH.
Where is Syangboche Airport located?
Syangboche Airport is small airport located in Namche Bazaar, Nepal, at an elevation of 12,400 ft (3,780 m).
What time zone is Syangboche Airport in?
Syangboche Airport is in the Asia/Kathmandu time zone (UTC+05:45).
What is the magnetic variation at Syangboche Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Syangboche Airport is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Syangboche Airport?
The nearest airport to Syangboche Airport is Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA), about 7.5 nm to the s, followed by Phaplu Airport and Kangel Danda Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Syangboche Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.