Safdarjung Airport
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 11h 33m 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 Safdarjung Airport
Safdarjung Airport is an airport in New Delhi, India, in the neighbourhood of the same name. Established during the British Raj as Willingdon Airfield, it started operations as an aerodrome in 1929, when it was India's second airport after the Juhu Aerodrome in Mumbai. It was used extensively during the Second World War as it was part of the South Atlantic air ferry route, and later during Indo-Pakistani War of 1947. Once situated on the edge of Lutyens' Delhi, today, it has the entire city of New Delhi around it. It remained the city's main airport until 1962, when operations shifted to Palam Airport completely by the late 1960s, as it could not support the new bigger aircraft such as jet aircraft.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
VIDDNOTAMs
VIDDReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30▸ displaced | 4,520 ft / 1,378 m | 150 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | DELHI APP | 126.350 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.300 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELHI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all India airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supernova Spira | 984 ft | 659 ft | — |
| Pitampura TV Tower | 771 ft | 673 ft | — |
| Nova West | 591 ft | 653 ft | — |
| Nova East | 591 ft | 636 ft | — |
| Celeste Europa | 397 ft | 636 ft | — |
| Celeste Corona | 397 ft | 640 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 331 ft | 699 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 331 ft | 702 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Safdarjung Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Safdarjung Airport?
The ICAO code for Safdarjung Airport is VIDD.
Where is Safdarjung Airport located?
Safdarjung Airport is medium airport located in New Delhi, India, at an elevation of 705 ft (215 m).
How many runways does Safdarjung Airport have?
Safdarjung Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,520 ft / 1,378 m.
What time zone is Safdarjung Airport in?
Safdarjung Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Safdarjung Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Safdarjung Airport is approximately 1.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Safdarjung Airport?
The nearest airport to Safdarjung Airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 6 nm to the wsw, followed by Hindon Airport / Hindon Air Force Station and Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Safdarjung Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.