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Описание: Kanpur Airport (IATA: KNU, ICAO: VECX) is a domestic airport and Indian Air Force base that serves the city of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is located at Chakeri, about 10-17 km from the city center.

Key Information
Name: Kanpur Airport, also known as Chakeri Air Force Station. There has been a proposal to rename it Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Airport.


IATA Code: KNU

Location: Civil Aerodrome, Kanpur Cantt, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208004.

Operator: Airports Authority of India (AAI)

Facilities and Services
The airport has a new, larger terminal building that was inaugurated in May 2023. It is designed to be energy-efficient and has a capacity to handle 400 passengers during peak hours.


Terminals: A single domestic terminal with two boarding gates.

Check-in: The terminal has eight check-in counters.

Baggage: It provides free baggage handling services, including special assistance for senior citizens. There are also conveyor belts for arriving passengers.


Accessibility: The airport is wheelchair-friendly and offers wheelchair assistance.

Other Services:

Free trolleys

Lost & found baggage counter

Medical assistance

Snack bar and other dining options

Car parking for up to 150 cars

Connectivity
Air Connectivity: The airport offers domestic flights to and from major Indian cities, with IndiGo being a key airline operating from there.

Ground Transportation: The airport is connected to the city by bus and taxi services. Car rental services are also available. It is located about 10 km from the nearest railway station.



For the most up-to-date flight schedules and availability, it is recommended to check with individual airlines or online flight booking platforms.

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