Balurghat Airport (IATA RGH, ICAO VEBG) lies about six kilometres from the town of Balurghat in Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, and is run by the state government under a long-term lease from the Airports Authority of India. There are currently no commercial services; the field has no freight handling, no warehousing and no customs post, although funds for upgrading and restarting scheduled flights have been allocated more than once. Shippers in the region use Bagdogra (IXB), roughly 200 kilometres to the north-west, with Kolkata (CCU) the reference point for international air freight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Balurghat Airport?▼

The IATA code of Balurghat Airport is RGH. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Balurghat Airport located?▼

Balurghat Airport is located in Balurghat, IN.

What is the ICAO code of Balurghat Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Balurghat Airport is VEBG. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Balurghat Airport?▼

Balurghat Airport is at an elevation of 24 meters (78 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

25.26170, 88.79560

24 m ü. NN

Transit time routes from Balurghat

Mumbai → Shanghai Mumbai → Shenzhen Mumbai → Guangzhou Mumbai → Hong Kong Mumbai → Tokyo Mumbai → Busan

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Last updated: 25 August 2026

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