Bikaner Airport - BKB Bikaner, India
The Bikaner Airport, also known as Nal Airport, is a military airport in Bikaner, India. Sitting on 750 feet above sea level, the airport with the IATA code BKB is also referred to as the Bikaner Air Force Station, and is owned and operated by the Indian Air Force. Although it is primarily for army use, there are a few civil flights operated by the Airports Authority. The airport became operational in 1964, and the passenger terminal within the airfield was only inaugurated in 2017. Near the airport are plenty of business facilities for the recent passengers who wish to visit and explore Bikaner.
Best Time to Visit
The Bikaner Airport has a single asphalt runway measuring 8,960 feet. As of the latest statistics, the BKB-Nal Airport has welcomed more than 23,000 passengers per year. Plans are underway to construct a new terminal that can accommodate 100 passengers, as well as an additional apron that may accommodate at least two aircrafts. At present, the only airline that operates in the Bikaner Airport is Alliance Air, which offers flights to and from Delhi. From the Bikaner Airport, travelers can easily explore the attractions within the cities of Bikaner and Gajner.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Near the Bikaner Airport are lots of budget-friendly options. Perhaps the nearest and most economical are the rooms offered by OYO 467727 C.T Hotel and Resort, which is just a 21-minute ride from the BKB-Nal Airport. The hotel offers free parking spaces as well as wi-fi access. Other options include Vesta Bikaner Palace and Hotel Sagar.
