Medium airport · Gelephu, Bhutan
Gelephu Airport
It is one of only four airports in Bhutan. Its IATA code is GLU. Its ICAO code is VQGP. It has 1 runway, longest 4,921 ft (Asphalt). Elevation 980 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Gelephu, Bhutan |
|---|---|
| IATA code | GLU |
| ICAO code | VQGP |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 4,921 ft (Asphalt) |
| Elevation | 980 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.8846° N, 90.4641° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Gelephu Airport is known for
It is one of only four airports in Bhutan.
History
The airport has been constructed on an area spanning over 500 acres (200 ha) and came into regular use in late 2017.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Gelephu Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Punakha Dzong · Bhutan · 60.7 miles away
- Buddha Dordenma · Bhutan · 63.4 miles away
- Tashichho Dzong · Bhutan · 65.9 miles away
- Paro Taktsang · Bhutan · 79.6 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Gelephu Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Royal Manas National Park · Bhutan · 18.1 miles away
- Jigme Singye Wangchuck National Park · Bhutan · 19.6 miles away
- Manas National Park · India · 31.2 miles away
- Raimona National Park · India · 33.9 miles away
- Phrumsengla National Park · Bhutan · 41.9 miles away
- Buxa Tiger Reserve · India · 56.9 miles away
Airports nearby
The closest airports in this library, by straight-line distance.
More airports in Bhutan
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gelephu Airport?
It is one of only four airports in Bhutan.
What is the airport code for Gelephu Airport?
Gelephu Airport — its IATA code is GLU and its ICAO code is VQGP.
Where is Gelephu Airport located?
Gelephu Airport serves Gelephu, Bhutan. Its coordinates are 26.8846° N, 90.4641° E.
What is the history of Gelephu Airport?
The airport has been constructed on an area spanning over 500 acres (200 ha) and came into regular use in late 2017.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#308995
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gelephu_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.