Mangaluru International Airport (VOML)
Large airport · Mangaluru, Karnataka, India
Airport data
| Name | Mangaluru International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VOML |
| IATA | IXE |
| Elevation | 337 ft (103 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 12°57'17" E 74°53'13" 12.95471, 74.88681 |
| Location | Mangaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 8,035 ft (2449 m) | 151 ft | CON | Yes |
Mangaluru International Airport at a glance
Mangaluru International Airport is a large airport in Mangaluru, Karnataka, India, known to airline systems as IXE. The field elevation of 337 ft (103 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VOML 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, 06/24, offers 8,035 ft (2449 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 06 points roughly 60° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VOML 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 Mangaluru International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport | VOSH | 128 km (69 NM) |
| Kannur International Airport | VOKN | 136 km (73 NM) |
| Mysore Airport | VOMY | 208 km (112 NM) |
| Calicut International Airport | VOCL | 233 km (126 NM) |
| Hubballi Airport | VOHB | 268 km (145 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Mangaluru International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 337 ft field elevation of Mangaluru 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 Mangaluru International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Mangaluru International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Mangaluru International Airport is VOML, and its IATA code is IXE. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Mangaluru International Airport above sea level?
Mangaluru International Airport sits at an elevation of 337 feet (103 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Mangaluru International Airport located?
The airport lies at 12.9547, 74.8868 — in Mangaluru, Karnataka, India, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport, about 128 km away.
Does VOML publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VOML 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 Mangaluru International Airport?
Mangaluru International Airport has one runway. The longest, 06/24, measures 8,035 ft (2449 m) with a CON surface.