Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Nepal

VNNGKEP

Nepalgunj Airport

Nepalgunj, Nepal

ICAO

VNNG

IATA

KEP

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

540 ft

Country

Nepal

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VNNG

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Nepalgunj Airport (VNNG / KEP) in Nepalgunj, Nepal, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VNNG is listed in our network as a regional airport with medium traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Nepal

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Nepal.

Applicable permit lead times for Nepal are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Nepal are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at VNNG

Direct FBO and handler coordination at VNNG covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Nepalgunj Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

Jet A1 Fuel at VNNG

Fuel on record at Nepalgunj Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to VNNG

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for VNNG: 28° 6′ 14″ N 81° 40′ 1″ E; elevation 540 ft; local time UTC+5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Nepalgunj

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Nepalgunj.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VNNG.

Cargo Operations at VNNG

Support for freighter operations into VNNG covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Nepalgunj Airport

Latitude
28° 6′ 14″ N
Longitude
81° 40′ 1″ E
ICAO code
VNNG
IATA code
KEP
Municipality
Nepalgunj
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 5
Airport Category
—
View on Google Maps

OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To KEP?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VNNG.

Submit flight inquiry for VNNG

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VNNG

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Nepalgunj Airport?

The ICAO code is VNNG and the IATA code is KEP.

Is Jet A1 available at VNNG?

Yes. Fuel on record at Nepalgunj Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at VNNG?

Nepalgunj Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

What time zone does VNNG operate in?

Nepalgunj Airport operates on UTC+5.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for VNNG?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VNNG.