Purnea Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 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 Purnea Airport
Purnea Airport is a domestic airport and an Indian Air Force station serving Purnia and Seemanchal subregion in Bihar, India. It is located on the western outskirts of Purnia, in Goasi (Chunapur) and is operated by the Airports Authority of India.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
VEPUNOTAMs
VEPUReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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 | 8,700 ft / 2,652 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
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 Purnea Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Purnea Airport?
The ICAO code for Purnea Airport is VEPU.
Where is Purnea Airport located?
Purnea Airport is small airport located in India, at an elevation of 129 ft (39 m).
How many runways does Purnea Airport have?
Purnea Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,700 ft / 2,652 m.
What time zone is Purnea Airport in?
Purnea Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Purnea Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Purnea Airport is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Purnea Airport?
The nearest airport to Purnea Airport is Kishanganj Airport (VEKG), about 34.3 nm to the ne, followed by Bhagalpur Airport and Biratnagar Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Purnea Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.