Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (VANP)
Large airport · Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Airport data
| Name | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VANP |
| IATA | NAG |
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 21°5'32" E 79°2'50" 21.09220, 79.04720 |
| Location | Nagpur, Maharashtra, India |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
About Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport on Wikipedia
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 10,500 ft (3200 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport at a glance
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport is a large airport in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India, known to airline systems as NAG. The field elevation of 1,033 ft (315 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VANP are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 14/32, offers 10,500 ft (3200 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 14 points roughly 140° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VANP shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sant Gadge Baba Yavatmal Airport | IN-0369 | 116 km (63 NM) |
| Gondia Airport | VAGD | 138 km (75 NM) |
| Akola Airport | VAAK | 211 km (114 NM) |
| Jabalpur Airport | VAJB | 254 km (137 NM) |
| Nanded Airport | VAND | 279 km (151 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,033 ft field elevation of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 139 airports and airfields we list for India — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport is VANP, and its IATA code is NAG. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport above sea level?
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet (315 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport located?
The airport lies at 21.0922, 79.0472 — in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Sant Gadge Baba Yavatmal Airport, about 116 km away.
Does VANP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VANP appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport?
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport has one runway. The longest, 14/32, measures 10,500 ft (3200 m) with a ASP surface.