International hub · Bangalore, India
Kempegowda International Bengaluru
- Elevation
- 3,000 ft
- Coordinates
- 13°12′N 77°42′E
- Local time
- Asia/Kolkata
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Field information
VOBL runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kempegowda International Bengaluru (VOBL/BLR) has 2 runways; the longest, 09L/27R, is 13,123 ft (4,000 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Schedules facilitated (IATA Level 2): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at VOBL, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Country
India
IN
Municipality
Bengaluru
Elevation
3,000 ft
Position
13.1979, 77.7063
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Schedules facilitated (IATA Level 2)
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · VOBL
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09L/27R | 13,123 ft (4,000 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 09R/27L | 13,123 ft (4,000 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at VOBL.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kempegowda International Bengaluru (VOBL / BLR) in Bangalore, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk. VOBL is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at VOBL
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – India
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of India. Applicable permit lead times for India are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for India are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at VOBL
Direct FBO and handler coordination at VOBL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at VOBL
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at VOBL is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to VOBL
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for VOBL: 13° 11′ 52″ N 77° 42′ 23″ E; elevation 3000 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Bangalore
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bangalore. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VOBL.
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Cargo Operations at VOBL
Support for freighter operations into VOBL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where VOBL sits in the network
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Operating into VOBL?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kempegowda International Bengaluru — one desk for the whole trip.