Medium airport · Gilgit, Pakistan
Gilgit Airport
Gilgit Airport is a medium airport serving Gilgit, Pakistan. Its IATA code is GIL. Its ICAO code is OPGT. It has 2 runways, longest 5,400 ft (ASP). Elevation 4,796 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Gilgit, Pakistan |
|---|---|
| IATA code | GIL |
| ICAO code | OPGT |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 5,400 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 4,796 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 35.9188° N, 74.3336° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Gilgit Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Baltit Fort · Pakistan · 33.8 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Gilgit Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Broghil Valley National Park · Pakistan · 55.8 miles away
- Manglot National Park · Pakistan · 55.8 miles away
- Lulusar-Dudipatsar National Park · Pakistan · 62.0 miles away
- Gumot National Park · Pakistan · 63.4 miles away
- Saiful Muluk National Park · Pakistan · 81.4 miles away
- Khunjerab National Park · Pakistan · 82.5 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Gilgit Airport?
Gilgit Airport — its IATA code is GIL and its ICAO code is OPGT.
Where is Gilgit Airport located?
Gilgit Airport serves Gilgit, Pakistan. Its coordinates are 35.9188° N, 74.3336° E.
How high is Gilgit Airport?
Gilgit Airport sits at 4,796 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#5253
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilgit_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.