Nepalgunj Airport
Nepalgunj · NepalICAO VNNG
Nepalgunj Airport (KEP) is an airport serving Nepalgunj, Nepal, located in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres at coordinates 28° 6' 13.0" N, 81° 40' 1.2" E. The airport sits at an elevation of 540 feet (165 meters) above sea level. With 1 direct destinations served by 1 airline, it is a regional hub for air travel. The local timezone is Asia/Katmandu (GMT+5:45).
Airport Details
Coordinates
Popular Routes from KEP
| Destination | City | Distance | Flight Time | Type | CO2 (Economy) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KTM | Kathmandu, Nepal | 228 mi | 0h 56m | short-haul | 93 kg | View |
Airlines Operating at KEP
1 active airline serving Nepalgunj Airport.
CO2 Emissions Reference
Estimated carbon dioxide emissions per passenger for sample flight distances, based on DEFRA 2024 emission factors.
| Route Type | Distance | Economy | Premium Eco | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-haul | 800 km | 204 kg | 326 kg | 592 kg | 816 kg |
| Medium-haul | 3,000 km | 468 kg | 749 kg | 1357 kg | 1872 kg |
| Long-haul | 8,000 km | 1200 kg | 1920 kg | 3480 kg | 4800 kg |
Values are estimates based on average emission factors. Actual emissions vary by aircraft type, load factor, and routing.
Nearby Airports
Airports closest to Nepalgunj Airport that may serve as alternatives.
| Airport | IATA | City | Country | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dhangarhi Airport | DHI | Dhangarhi | Nepal | 128 km |
| Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport | LKO | Lucknow | India | 168 km |
| Gautam Buddha Airport | BWA | Bhairawa | Nepal | 185 km |
| Pokhara Airport | PKR | Pokhara | Nepal | 228 km |
| Allahabad Airport | IXD | Allahabad | India | 295 km |
| Kanpur Airport | KNU | Kanpur | India | 226 km |
| Gorakhpur Airport | GOP | Gorakhpur | India | 232 km |
| Bharatpur Airport | BHR | Bharatpur | Nepal | 276 km |
Other Airports in Nepal
Geographic & Timezone Details
Position
- Latitude (DMS)
- 28° 6' 13.0" N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 81° 40' 1.2" E
- Latitude (Decimal)
- 28.103600
- Longitude (Decimal)
- 81.667000
- Hemisphere
- Northern / Eastern
Timezone
- IANA Timezone
- Asia/Katmandu
- UTC Offset
- GMT+5:45
- Current Local Time
- 01:27 AM
- Elevation (ft)
- 540 ft
- Elevation (m)
- 165 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for Nepalgunj Airport?
How many destinations can you fly to from KEP?
What airlines fly from KEP?
What timezone is Nepalgunj Airport in?
What is the elevation of Nepalgunj Airport?
Dig deeper from KEP
External References
Learn more about Nepalgunj Airport from these external sources.
Loading globe...
Distance calculator
From KEP → any destination