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Kamalpur Airport (IXQ)

Manik Bhandar, India · small airport · 24.134° 91.811° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeIXQ
ICAO CodeVEKM
Typesmall airport
NameKamalpur Airport
MunicipalityManik Bhandar
CountryIndia
ContinentAS
Latitude24.134° N
Longitude91.811° E
Elevation131 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryIndia
ISO Code
RegionManik Bhandar
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+5:30
DST OffsetUTC+5:30
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
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✈ Airlines Serving IXQ

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (24.1°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Kamalpur Airport (IXQ/VEKM) is a small airfield serving Kamalpur and the surrounding Dhalai district in Tripura, northeastern India. Located near Manik Bhandar, it sits in a hilly, forested region and has historically been linked to regional connectivity efforts rather than large-scale commercial service. Its limited infrastructure and intermittent scheduled operations make it a modest facility best confirmed locally before travel.

💡 Local Tip
Confirm the airport's operational status locally before setting out—Kamalpur's airstrip has long periods without scheduled flights, and locals often rely on road transport to Agartala instead.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is best reached by road from Kamalpur town or Agartala; pre-arrange a taxi or shared vehicle because app-based cab coverage is sparse. Allow extra time during monsoon, when hill roads can be slippery or blocked. If flights are not operating, use Agartala's Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport (IXA) as the main gateway.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Kamalpur Airport?
A: Scheduled commercial service is limited or currently unavailable; check with local operators or the Airports Authority of India before planning travel.

Q: How far is Kamalpur Airport from Agartala?
A: It is roughly 60–100 km by road from Agartala, depending on route and road conditions, typically a 2–3 hour drive.

Q: Is there public transport at the airport?
A: No regular airport shuttle is available; taxis, auto-rickshaws, and local buses from Kamalpur town are the usual options.

Q: What are the airport codes for Kamalpur Airport?
A: IATA: IXQ; ICAO: VEKM.
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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

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IXN Khowai Airport Khowai, India 22.5 km 14.0 mi View →
IXH Kailashahar Airport Kailashahar, India 27.8 km 17.3 mi View →
ZHM Shamshernagar Airport Shamshernagar, Bangladesh 31.3 km 19.4 mi View →
IXA Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport Agartala, India 64.1 km 39.8 mi View →
AJL Lengpui Airport Aizawl (Lengpui), India 88.4 km 54.9 mi View →

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