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Kanpur Airport

Kanpur, India

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VEKA

Elevation

410 ft

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The Essence of Kanpur Airport

KNU

Location

Kanpur · UP · India

Connectivity

1 routes · 1 destinations

Position

26.404°, 80.410° · 410 ft elev.

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Kanpur's civil enclave serving Uttar Pradesh's industrial hub.

Location

Kanpur, India

Kanpur Airport, also known as Chakeri Airport, is a civil enclave located within the Chakeri Air Force Station operated by the Indian Air Force. It serves the city of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh, one of India's major industrial and commercial centers. The airport handles limited scheduled domestic services, primarily connecting Kanpur to key Indian cities. Its status as a civil enclave within a military airfield places constraints on its expansion and operational capacity. Efforts to upgrade the airport's infrastructure have been discussed over the years to better serve the region's growing population and economic activity, though Kanpur remains relatively underserved compared to larger nearby airports such as Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.

Terminals

The airport operates a small civil terminal building with basic passenger facilities befitting its limited scheduled traffic.

Getting to & from

The airport is located approximately 18 kilometers from Kanpur city center, accessible primarily by road via taxis and private vehicles.

Airlines here

IndiGo and other Indian domestic carriers have operated services at Kanpur Airport on a limited basis.

Notable facts

›Kanpur Airport is a civil enclave within Chakeri Air Force Station, operated by the Indian Air Force.
›The airport's IATA code is KNU and ICAO code is VEKA.
›It is one of the smaller airports in Uttar Pradesh, with Lucknow serving as the main regional aviation hub.
›Runway and facility limitations have historically restricted the types and frequency of commercial operations.
›Kanpur is a major industrial city known for leather goods and manufacturing, generating potential demand for air travel.

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Getting there · 15 km to city

TaxiEasily accessible taxi services from the airport.₹300-₹500

Private CarsSelf-driven or chauffeur-driven cars available for hire.Varies based on vehicle type

Auto RickshawAuto rickshaws are available outside the terminal.₹100-₹200

Airport ShuttleScheduled shuttle services to major hotels.₹150

Hotels near KNU

The Landmark Towers · 12 kmHotel Royale · 10 kmHotel Kanpur · 14 kmOYO Rooms Kanpur · 11 kmThe Club Resort · 15 km

Traveler tips

• Book flights in advance, especially during the peak season.
• Arrive at the airport two hours before your domestic flight.
• Check local traffic updates for timely arrival to the airport.

Last verified 2026-09-02 · IndianAirports.com, powered by TravelerPulse.

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Airlines serving this airport

Air India Limited

Routes

KNU → DELAI · ATR

Aircraft operating here

Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 42-6001 routes

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Encyclopaedia

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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