Sonari Airport — Jamshedpur, India

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Looking for the Jamshedpur airport code? Sonari Airport's IATA code is IXW (ICAO: VEJS).

Distance & flight time from IXW

Sonari Airport

IXW represents Sonari Airport, which serves the industrial city of Jamshedpur in Jharkhand, India, home to the Tata Steel plant that anchors the local economy. Originally developed with strong ties to Tata Group's industrial operations, the airport has functioned at various points as both a company-linked airstrip and a public commercial facility. IXW provides domestic flights connecting Jamshedpur to cities like Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Delhi, primarily serving business travelers tied to the steel, automotive, and manufacturing sectors that define the city. Passenger infrastructure at IXW has been gradually modernized to better match Jamshedpur's status as one of eastern India's key industrial centers.

Runways at Sonari Airport (IXW)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
08/264010 ft (1222 m)100 ft (30 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Sonari Airport (IXW)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
TWRTWR122.1 MHz

Airports near Sonari Airport (IXW)

IXW is Sonari Airport in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India, tied historically to the Tata Steel industrial hub. Searches usually seek flight routes for business travel to Kolkata, Bengaluru, or Delhi.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Sonari Airport?

The IATA code for Sonari Airport is IXW.

What is the ICAO code for Sonari Airport?

The ICAO code for Sonari Airport is VEJS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.