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Phaplu Airport (PPL)

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Phaplu, Nepal

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ICAO Code: VNPL

IATA Code: PPL

Elevation: 7918ft

UTC: +6 Hours

Phaplu is a small city in Nepal located near the Phaplu Airport (PPL). It is situated in the Solukhumbu District in the Sagarmatha Zone of northern Nepal, at an elevation of 2,383 metres (7,816 feet). It is a popular gateway to the Everest region, and it is the starting point for trekkers heading to nearby villages, as well as to Everest Base Camp. The city is known for its traditional Sherpa culture and is home to numerous Buddhist monasteries. It is also home to many trekking and climbing expeditions, which make it a great place for adventure tourism. The city has a temperate climate, with cool summers and cold winters.

Airport Directions

To get to Phaplu Airport (PPL) by car, you can take a taxi from nearby cities or rent a car. The cost of the taxi or car rental will depend on the distance you need to travel and the type of car you choose. To get to Phaplu Airport (PPL) by bus, you can take a local bus from cities like Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Dhulikhel. Prices for the bus will depend on the distance traveled. To get to Phaplu Airport (PPL) by train, you can take a train from Kathmandu to Jiri. From Jiri, you can take a taxi or local bus to Phaplu Airport (PPL). Prices for the train and taxi/bus will depend on the distance traveled. To get to Phaplu Airport (PPL) by taxi, you can take a taxi directly from cities like Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Dhulikhel. Prices for the taxi will depend on the distance traveled.

Airport Terminals & Airlines

Currently, there are no airlines operating flights at Phaplu Airport (PPL). The airport is currently undergoing maintenance and upgrades, and when it opens again it may offer flights with domestic airlines such as Yeti Airlines, Nepal Airlines, Buddha Air, and Tara Air.

Airport Address

The address of Phaplu Airport (PPL) is Phaplu, Solukhumbu, Nepal. The telephone number is +977-37-420252 and the email address is phaplu@caanepal.gov.np. The opening hours of the airport are from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Airport Lost & Found

The lost and found at Phaplu Airport (PPL) is located at Airport Security Office, Phaplu Airport, Solukhumbu, Nepal. The telephone number is 061-460412 and the opening hours are from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and 9am to 4pm on Saturdays.

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