Large airport · Mangaluru, India
Mangaluru International Airport
It is one of only two international airports in the state, the other being Kempegowda International Airport in the capital city of Bengaluru. Its IATA code is IXE. Its ICAO code is VOML. It has 1 runway, longest 8,035 ft (CON). Elevation 337 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Mangaluru, India |
|---|---|
| IATA code | IXE |
| ICAO code | VOML |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 8,035 ft (CON) |
| Elevation | 337 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 12.9547° N, 74.8868° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Mangaluru International Airport is known for
It is one of only two international airports in the state, the other being Kempegowda International Airport in the capital city of Bengaluru.
History
The airport was named Bajpe Aerodrome, when it opened on 25 December 1951 by the former and First Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who arrived on a Douglas DC-3 aircraft.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Mangaluru International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Kudremukh National Park · India · 29.3 miles away
- Nagarhole National Park · India · 105.3 miles away
- Mudumalai National Park · India · 143.6 miles away
- Anshi National Park · India · 145.0 miles away
- Bandipur National Park · India · 147.5 miles away
- New Amarambalam Reserved Forest · India · 147.7 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mangaluru International Airport?
It is one of only two international airports in the state, the other being Kempegowda International Airport in the capital city of Bengaluru.
What is the airport code for Mangaluru International Airport?
Mangaluru International Airport — its IATA code is IXE and its ICAO code is VOML.
Where is Mangaluru International Airport located?
Mangaluru International Airport serves Mangaluru, India. Its coordinates are 12.9547° N, 74.8868° E.
What is the history of Mangaluru International Airport?
The airport was named Bajpe Aerodrome, when it opened on 25 December 1951 by the former and First Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who arrived on a Douglas DC-3 aircraft.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#26617
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mangalore_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.