Gorakhpur Airport

Overview

Gorakhpur Airport is a medium airport serving Gorakhpur in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Identified by IATA code GOP and ICAO code VEGK, it is the main air gateway for travelers heading to the city and nearby parts of eastern Uttar Pradesh. The airport sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters), so operations are generally straightforward from a passenger point of view, with no unusual altitude considerations. For visitors, it functions primarily as a practical regional access point rather than a sprawling hub, which can make arrivals and departures feel more manageable.

Airfield facts

• Airport codes: GOP (IATA) and VEGK (ICAO)
• Airport type: medium airport
• Runway: 11/29
• Runway length: 9,000 feet
• Surface and lighting: paved and lighted
• Time zone: Asia/Kolkata

What travelers should know

The airport’s single 9,000-foot paved and lighted runway supports reliable aircraft operations, including evening movements, which is useful if your itinerary includes an early departure or later arrival. Because this is not a giant multi-terminal complex, moving through the airport is usually simpler than at India’s largest metros, but it is still wise to arrive with enough time for security and airline procedures. Travelers should double-check schedules in local time, as all operations follow Asia/Kolkata time, and use the official airport page for the latest facility or contact information: http://www.aai.aero/allAirports/gorakhpur.jsp.