What are the runways at GIL?

07/25 (5,400 ft), 09/27 (983 ft), according to the OurAirports dataset.

Gilgit Airport (GIL) Complete Guide

Gilgit Airport (GIL/OPGT) serves Gilgit. Gilgit is the main city of Gilgit-Baltistan and a gateway to Hunza and the Karakoram. This guide covers the essentials for travellers.

At a glance

Codes: IATA GIL, ICAO OPGT.
Elevation: 4,796 ft (1,462 m).
Runway: 07/25 (5,400 ft), 09/27 (983 ft).
Coordinates: 35.919, 74.334.

Weather and flying conditions

Flights here usually operate under visual conditions and are cancelled often because of cloud, wind, snow or poor visibility. Allow spare days, and read why northern flights cancel and snow and flights to Skardu and Gilgit.

Live weather: GIL METAR and TAF.

Before you go

Check the flight status with your airline on the day; see how to check if your flight is delayed.
Arrive early; see how early to arrive.
Check baggage rules; see baggage allowance by airline.

At the airport

This is a smaller airport. Facilities are more limited than at the main hubs, so bring what you need. We do not hold verified details of terminal services, parking or ground transport, so check with your airline, hotel or tour operator.

Live traffic

See aircraft near the airport on the GIL airport page.

Airports in northern Pakistan, airport arrival checklist.

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