Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport VILH

Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport VILH: Serving the Leh district in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, here’s your guide to Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport.

On the Ground

Airport location: 20 minutes from Leh city center

Languages: English, Hindi

Opening hours: 0215-0645 Daily

Operational Information

Lead time for permit approval: 

• Three working days from non-PRC countries
• Seven working days from PRC countries
• Three weeks for Military permit

Types of aircraft handled: A320, B737

PCN: 38/R/C/W/U (Apron) 50/F/C/X/T (Airside)

Navaid available: DME DVOR NDB

Terminal capacity: 250 passengers per hour

Fuel types: Jet A1, AVGAS, 100LL/ Oil MJO II

Customs: Not available

Alternative airports: VIJU

Important numbers: 

• Fire: +1982257101
• Police: +1982252018

Tourist Information

Climate:

Leh has a cold desert climate so has long and cold winters from November to early March. The weather from March to October is generally fine and warm during the day.  

Security: Leh is generally a safe and secure destination

Attractions: 

• Leh Palace
• Namgyal Tsemo Gompa
• Shanti Stupa
• Cho Khang Gompa
• Chamba Temple
• Jama Masjid
• Gurdwara Pathar Sahib
• Sankar Gompa and village
• War Museum
• The Victory Tower
• Zorawar Fort
• Ladakh Marathon
• Datun Sahib

For support with your operations to Bhubaneswar, contact UAS India