Nashik International Airport (VAOZ)
Large airport · Nashik, Maharashtra, India
Airport data
| Name | Nashik International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VAOZ |
| IATA | ISK |
| Elevation | 1,900 ft (579 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 20°7'9" E 73°54'46" 20.11910, 73.91290 |
| Location | Nashik, Maharashtra, India |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 9,843 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft | CON/ASP | Yes |
Nashik International Airport at a glance
Nashik International Airport is a large airport in Nashik, Maharashtra, India, known to airline systems as ISK. The field elevation of 1,900 ft (579 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VAOZ 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, 09/27, offers 9,843 ft (3000 m) of con/asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VAOZ 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 Nashik International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shirdi International Airport | VASD | 68 km (37 NM) |
| Daman Airport | VADN | 117 km (63 NM) |
| Navi Mumbai International Airport | VANM | 154 km (83 NM) |
| Aurangabad Airport | VAAU | 158 km (85 NM) |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport | VABB | 158 km (85 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Nashik International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,900 ft field elevation of Nashik 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 Nashik International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Nashik International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Nashik International Airport is VAOZ, and its IATA code is ISK. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Nashik International Airport above sea level?
Nashik International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet (579 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Nashik International Airport located?
The airport lies at 20.1191, 73.9129 — in Nashik, Maharashtra, India, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Shirdi International Airport, about 68 km away.
Does VAOZ publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VAOZ 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 Nashik International Airport?
Nashik International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 9,843 ft (3000 m) with a CON/ASP surface.