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Airports/VICX

Kanpur Airport

KNUKanpur, India·Medium Airport

Kanpur Airport (IATA KNU), located in Kanpur, India.

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Airport guide

Kanpur Airport (KNU) is a medium airport in Kanpur, India. It carries the IATA code KNU. It sits in Asia.

Kanpur Airport is a regional commercial airport that doubles as a busy private-aviation base. Operators benefit from full instrument approaches and an FBO infrastructure scaled for regular jet traffic, often without the congestion of the nearest major hub.

Kanpur Airport sits near sea level at 410 ft.

Local operations run on Asia/Kolkata. Scheduled airline service is light enough that it rarely interferes with charter movements, though planners should still expect to coordinate with the handling agent for international turnarounds.

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Use this page to compare KNU against nearby alternatives, browse live empty-leg pricing in both directions, and brief yourself on the runway and elevation profile before you book.

Background from Wikipedia

Kanpur Airport, is a domestic airport and an Indian Air Force base that serves the city of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is located at Chakeri, about 17 km (11 mi) from the city centre, and operates from a new civil terminal. It provides connectivity to major tourist and historical attractions in the area such as Bithoor, Sankissa, Etawah Safari Park, Kalinjar Fort, Kalpi, National Chambal Sanctuary, Bhitargaon and Kannauj.

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Frequently asked questions about Kanpur Airport

What does KNU stand for?+
KNU is the IATA code for Kanpur Airport in Kanpur, India.
Where is Kanpur Airport?+
Kanpur Airport is located in Kanpur, India.
Does Kanpur Airport have commercial airline service?+
Yes — Kanpur Airport is served by scheduled airlines in addition to private aviation traffic.
What is the elevation of Kanpur Airport?+
Kanpur Airport sits at 410 ft above sea level.
What timezone is Kanpur Airport in?+
Kanpur Airport operates on Asia/Kolkata.

References

  • Wikipedia

At a glance

Country
India
Region
UP
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Elevation
410 ft
Scheduled service
Yes
IATA
KNU

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