Gelephu Airport (GLU): Codes, Runways & Location
Gelephu Airport (IATA: GLU · ICAO: VQGP) is a medium-sized airport serving Gelephu, Bhutan. It lies at 26.8846° N, 90.4641° E, 980 ft (299 m) above sea level.
Overview of Gelephu Airport
Gelephu Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a medium-sized airport, serving the area of Gelephu in Bhutan. It is identified by the IATA code GLU and the ICAO code VQGP. It is not recorded as having scheduled commercial airline service, so it mainly serves general, charter or regional aviation.
Gelephu Airport has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 1500 m (4921 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support regional turboprops and regional jets, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: asphalt. The field elevation is 980 ft (299 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Bathpalathang Airport (BUT) about 80 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 1,500 m — regional-jet capable
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Seaports near Gelephu Airport
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gelephu Airport
Where is Gelephu Airport located?
Gelephu Airport is located in Gelephu, Bhutan. Its coordinates are 26.8846° N, 90.4641° E.
What is the airport code for Gelephu Airport?
Gelephu Airport has an IATA code of GLU and an ICAO code of VQGP.
How long is the runway at Gelephu Airport?
Gelephu Airport's longest runway is about 1500 m (4921 ft), which can support regional turboprops and regional jets.
How many runways does Gelephu Airport have?
Gelephu Airport has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with asphalt surfacing.
Is Gelephu Airport a major airport?
Gelephu Airport is classified as a medium-sized airport.
About this data
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