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Rukum Chaurjahari Airport (RUK)

Rukumkot, Nepal · small airport · 28.627° 82.194° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeRUK
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameRukum Chaurjahari Airport
MunicipalityRukumkot
CountryNepal
ContinentAS
Latitude28.627° N
Longitude82.194° E
Elevation2500 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryNepal
ISO Code
RegionRukumkot
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+5:45
DST OffsetUTC+5:45
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
Dry season across much of Asia
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving RUK

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

🌡 Climate — Temperate (28.6°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

Rukum Chaurjahari Airport (IATA: RUK) is a small domestic STOL airport serving Rukumkot and the surrounding Rukum area in western Nepal. Located near Chaurjahari, it provides essential air access for remote hill communities and typically handles light STOL aircraft on short-haul routes. Its short runway and weather-dependent operations make it a classic Nepalese STOL gateway.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know that the short STOL runway means strict weight and baggage limits, so pack light and use soft bags; flights are also highly weather-dependent, so keep a flexible schedule.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is a short drive from Chaurjahari and Rukumkot town centers, with local taxis, jeeps, and shared vehicles as the usual options. Roads in the region can be rough and landslide-prone during the monsoon, so allow extra time for transfers. Arrange onward transport in advance because services are limited and may not meet every flight.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the IATA code for Rukum Chaurjahari Airport?
A: RUK.

Q: Where is the airport located?
A: It serves Rukumkot and the Chaurjahari area in western Nepal.

Q: What airlines fly to Rukum Chaurjahari Airport?
A: Service is limited and often seasonal; Nepali domestic carriers may operate scheduled or charter flights, so check current schedules before traveling.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: It is a small domestic airport with basic passenger facilities; expect minimal services and no international flights.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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