Airport code
IXB — Bagdogra Airport
IXB is the IATA code for Bagdogra Airport, an airport serving Siliguri, India. Its ICAO code is VEBD, and it operates in the Asia/Calcutta time zone (UTC+5:30). The airport sits at 26.6812, 88.3286 in the Northern Hemisphere, at an elevation of 412 ft (126 m).
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About Bagdogra Airport
Bagdogra Airport is a customs airport serving the city of Siliguri in West Bengal, India. It is located in Bagdogra, 12 km (7.5 mi) south-west from the city centre. It is operated as a civil enclave at the Bagdogra Air Force Station of the Indian Air Force. It is the gateway to the hill stations of Darjeeling, Gangtok, Kurseong, Kalimpong, Mirik and other parts of North Bengal region. Siliguri, being a major transport and economic hub, the airport sees thousands of travellers and tourists annually.
Reference data
Airport information
| IATA code | IXB |
|---|---|
| ICAO code | VEBD |
| Airport name | Bagdogra Airport |
| City | Siliguri |
| Country | India |
| Time zone | Asia/Calcutta (UTC+5:30) |
| Latitude | 26.6812 |
| Longitude | 88.3286 |
| Elevation | 412 ft (126 m) |
| Airport type | Large airport |
| Continent | Asia |
| Runways | 1 |
| Longest runway | 9,035 ft (2,754 m) |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Reference data last updated 24 July 2026.
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What is the IATA code for Bagdogra Airport?
The IATA code for Bagdogra Airport is IXB.
What is the ICAO code for Bagdogra Airport?
The ICAO code for Bagdogra Airport is VEBD.
Where is IXB airport located?
Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is located in Siliguri, India.
What time zone is IXB in?
Bagdogra Airport operates in the Asia/Calcutta time zone, which is UTC+5:30.
What is the nearest airport to IXB?
The nearest airport to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) in Bhadrapur, about 28 km away.
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