Large airport · Bhubaneswar, India
Biju Patnaik International Airport
Named after Biju Patnaik, the former Chief Minister of Odisha, it is the 15th busiest airport in India and the 11th busiest among the airports maintained by the Airports Authority of India. Its IATA code is BBI. Its ICAO code is VEBS. It has 2 runways, longest 9,003 ft (BIT). Elevation 138 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Bhubaneswar, India |
|---|---|
| IATA code | BBI |
| ICAO code | VEBS |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 9,003 ft (BIT) |
| Elevation | 138 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 20.2510° N, 85.8147° E |
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What Biju Patnaik International Airport is known for
Named after Biju Patnaik, the former Chief Minister of Odisha, it is the 15th busiest airport in India and the 11th busiest among the airports maintained by the Airports Authority of India.
Official website: http://aai.aero/allAirports/bhubaneshwar_generalinfo.jsp — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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- Sun Temple, Konark · India · 31.0 miles away
National parks near this airport
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- Bhitarkanika National Park · India · 77.8 miles away
- Simlipal National Park · India · 108.8 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Biju Patnaik International Airport?
Named after Biju Patnaik, the former Chief Minister of Odisha, it is the 15th busiest airport in India and the 11th busiest among the airports maintained by the Airports Authority of India.
What is the airport code for Biju Patnaik International Airport?
Biju Patnaik International Airport — its IATA code is BBI and its ICAO code is VEBS.
Where is Biju Patnaik International Airport located?
Biju Patnaik International Airport serves Bhubaneswar, India. Its coordinates are 20.2510° N, 85.8147° E.
How high is Biju Patnaik International Airport?
Biju Patnaik International Airport sits at 138 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#26494
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biju_Patnaik_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.