Taplejung Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 Taplejung Airport
Taplejung Airport, also known as Suketar Airport, is a domestic airport located in Phungling serving Taplejung District, a district in Koshi Province in Nepal. It is the main tourist gateway on the Kangchenjunga mountainous area and Pathibhara Devi Temple.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
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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 | 2,313 ft / 705 m | — | — | Unlit | Open |
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 Taplejung Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Taplejung Airport?
The ICAO code for Taplejung Airport is VNTJ, and its IATA code is TPJ.
Where is Taplejung Airport located?
Taplejung Airport is medium airport located in Taplejung, Nepal, at an elevation of 7,990 ft (2,435 m).
How many runways does Taplejung Airport have?
Taplejung Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,313 ft / 705 m.
What time zone is Taplejung Airport in?
Taplejung Airport is in the Asia/Kathmandu time zone (UTC+05:45).
What is the magnetic variation at Taplejung Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Taplejung Airport is approximately 0.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Taplejung Airport?
The nearest airport to Taplejung Airport is Tumling Tar Airport (TMI), about 26.9 nm to the w, followed by Bhojpur Airport and Pakyong Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Taplejung Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.