Rudra Mata Airport
Bhuj Airport is a medium airport serving Bhuj in the state of Gujarat, western India. Identified by IATA code BHJ and ICAO code VABJ, it functions as an important air gateway for travelers heading to the city and the wider Kutch region. The airport sits at an elevation of 268 feet (82 meters) above sea level and operates on India Standard Time in the Asia/Kolkata time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when planning arrivals, departures, and onward ground transport.
About Rudra Mata Airport
Bhuj Airport is a medium airport serving Bhuj in the state of Gujarat, western India. Identified by IATA code BHJ and ICAO code VABJ, it functions as an important air gateway for travelers heading to the city and the wider Kutch region. The airport sits at an elevation of 268 feet (82 meters) above sea level and operates on India Standard Time in the Asia/Kolkata time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when planning arrivals, departures, and onward ground transport.
Overview
Bhuj Airport is a medium airport serving Bhuj in the state of Gujarat, western India. Identified by IATA code BHJ and ICAO code VABJ, it functions as an important air gateway for travelers heading to the city and the wider Kutch region. The airport sits at an elevation of 268 feet (82 meters) above sea level and operates on India Standard Time in the Asia/Kolkata time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when planning arrivals, departures, and onward ground transport.
Airfield Facts
- Airport codes: BHJ (IATA) and VABJ (ICAO)
- Airport type: medium airport
- Location served: Bhuj, India
- Elevation: 268 ft / 82 m
- Runway: 05/23, 8,205 ft, asphalt, lighted
What Travelers Should Know
For most visitors, Bhuj Airport is best thought of as a practical entry point to a distinctive part of Gujarat rather than a huge connecting hub. Its single lighted asphalt runway, designated 05/23, measures 8,205 feet, allowing reliable aircraft operations and helping support scheduled flights into the region. Because Bhuj is often used as a base for exploring Kutch, it is smart to confirm local transport plans in advance, especially if you are continuing to remote towns, desert landscapes, craft villages, or seasonal festival areas after landing.
Useful Reference
If you want official airport details before you travel, the best starting point is the Airports Authority of India page for Bhuj Airport at http://aai.aero/allAirports/bhuj_generalinfo.jsp. Checking the official site can help with practical trip planning, especially if you want the latest airport contact information or general facility details before your journey.
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FAQ
Rudra Mata Airport — frequently asked questions
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8 common questions
- Rudra Mata Airport is located in Bhuj, India (Asia), at coordinates 23.290°, 69.670°.
- Its IATA code is BHJ and its ICAO code is VABJ.
- Rudra Mata Airport serves Bhuj, India. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Rudra Mata Airport operates on Asia/Kolkata local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Rudra Mata Airport sits at latitude 23.290° and longitude 69.670°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BHJ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BHJ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BHJ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in India. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.