Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · India

VOBLBLR

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru

Bengaluru, India

ICAO

VOBL

IATA

BLR

Category

International Hub

Elevation

3,000 ft

Country

India

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VOBL

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (VOBL / BLR) in Bengaluru, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VOBL is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

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.

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.

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10; airport category A as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at VOBL

Fuel on record at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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′ 53″ N 77° 42′ 22″ E; elevation 3,000 ft; local time UTC+5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Bengaluru

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bengaluru.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VOBL.

Cargo Operations at VOBL

Support for freighter operations into VOBL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru

Latitude
13° 11′ 53″ N
Longitude
77° 42′ 22″ E
ICAO code
VOBL
IATA code
BLR
Municipality
Bengaluru
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 10
Airport Category
A
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BLR?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VOBL.

Submit flight inquiry for VOBL

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VOBL

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru?

The ICAO code is VOBL and the IATA code is BLR.

Is Jet A1 available at VOBL?

Yes. Fuel on record at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at VOBL?

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10.

What time zone does VOBL operate in?

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru operates on UTC+5.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for VOBL?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VOBL.