Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport — Dehradun (Jauligrant), India
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereDehradun Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun (Jauligrant) uses the IATA code DED, with VIDN as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from DED
Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport
Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport, known by the code DED, serves Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand state in northern India, nestled in the Doon Valley at the foothills of the Himalayas. The airport is a key gateway for pilgrims and tourists heading toward Himalayan destinations including Rishikesh, Haridwar, Mussoorie, and the Char Dham pilgrimage sites, making it one of the busier regional airports in the Indian hill states. DED has seen substantial terminal expansion and runway upgrades in recent years to accommodate rising passenger demand from both religious tourism and the growing IT and education sectors in Dehradun. Domestic carriers connect the airport to Delhi, Mumbai, and other major Indian cities with frequent daily flights.
Runways at Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 7000 ft (2134 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 122.3 MHz |
| VOR | DDN | 112.6 MHz |
Airports near Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
- Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IXC) — 143.6 km (89.2 mi)
- Moradabad Airport (MZS) — 168.7 km (104.8 mi)
- Pantnagar Airport (PGH) — 179.6 km (111.6 mi)
- Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) — 209.7 km (130.3 mi)
- Kullu Manali Airport (KUU) — 211.4 km (131.4 mi)
- Ludhiana Airport (LUH) — 225.5 km (140.1 mi)
- Noida International Airport (DXN) — 230.1 km (143.0 mi)
- Bareilly Air Force Station (BEK) — 232.1 km (144.2 mi)
DED is frequently searched by travelers planning Char Dham Yatra pilgrimages or Mussoorie hill-station trips; it is the main air gateway to Uttarakhand's capital region.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport?
The IATA code for Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport is DED.
What is the ICAO code for Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport?
The ICAO code for Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport is VIDN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.