Jiri, NP 🇳🇵 Small Airport
VNJI
JIR
6000 ft
NP-P3
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Loading...GPS Code: VNJI
Local Code: Not available
Location: 27.626313° N, 86.230581° E
Continent: AS
Type: Small Airport
Jiri Airport (VNJI (JIR)) in Jiri, Nepal, is not currently in operation. Its status was listed as "Not in Operation" as of February 2020. Therefore, there are no recent traveler reviews or experiences available to summarize regarding the airport's facilities, security, or transportation connections. Information found about wait times appears to be generic or for other airports.
Despite the airport's closure, Jiri town itself remains a significant destination, often referred to as the "Switzerland of Nepal" due to its stunning natural beauty, including rolling hills, deep valleys, and snow-capped mountains. Historically, Jiri served as the original gateway for treks to the Everest region before the construction of the Lukla airstrip.
Transportation Connections to Jiri:
While Jiri Airport (VNJI (JIR)) is not operational for air travel, the town of Jiri continues to attract visitors seeking its picturesque landscapes, trekking opportunities, and local culture. Travelers planning to visit Jiri should focus on ground transportation options from other active airports, primarily Kathmandu.
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Detailed ground transportation information for Jiri Airport is being prepared. This includes information about taxis, rental cars, and public transportation options.
Taxis are typically available outside arrival terminals at most airports.
Major rental car companies typically have counters at airports with commercial service.
Many airports offer bus or train connections to nearby city centers.