Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL)

Leh, IN 🇮🇳 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

VILH

IATA

IXL

Elevation

10682 ft

Region

IN-LA

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Airport Information

GPS Code: VILH

Local Code: Not available

Location: 34.135899° N, 77.546501° E

Continent: AS

Type: Medium Airport

Keywords: Leh Air Force Station

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For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
06/24 500 ft 85 ft ASP Active
07/25 500 ft 60 ft ASP Active
07L/25R 9040 ft 150 ft ASP Active Lighted

Type Description Frequency

Ident Name Type Frequency
LA Leh NDB 105 kHz
LEH Leh VOR-DME 115700 kHz

Airport Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport
Airlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
IndiGo
IGO / 6E
2 11 2 Aug 14, 2025
Air India
AIC / AI
3 9 3 Aug 14, 2025
SpiceJet
SEJ / SG
1 5 1 Aug 14, 2025

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 24, 2025
Taxis

The most common and convenient option is the prepaid taxi service. A counter operated by the Ladakh Taxi Union is located inside the arrival terminal. Fares to various destinations, including Leh town, are fixed and displayed on a rate board. Passengers pay at the counter and are given a receipt to present to the driver, which prevents haggling and ensures a standard price.

Rental Cars

Standard self-drive car rental companies (like Hertz or Avis) do not operate at Leh Airport. Car rentals in Ladakh typically mean hiring a car with a local driver. This can be arranged through the Taxi Union counter at the airport for point-to-point travel or through travel agencies in Leh for multi-day sightseeing tours. Motorcycle rentals are popular but must be arranged from shops within Leh town, not directly at the airport.

Public Transportation

There is no dedicated public bus or shuttle service that directly connects the airport to Leh town. The most practical alternatives are prepaid taxis or pre-arranged hotel transfers. Many hotels and guesthouses in Leh offer airport pick-up services, which should be booked in advance of your arrival.

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High security Posted by david on March 14, 2008

This is a high-security airport, with no carry-on baggage allowed.