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Small general aviation airfield serving Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
Location
Vellore, India
Vellore Airport (ICAO: VOVR) is a small, non-commercial airfield located near Vellore in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It does not currently operate scheduled passenger services and has no assigned IATA code, reflecting its limited operational status.
The airfield has historically served general aviation and occasional government or charter flights. Vellore itself is a significant city known for its medical institutions, including Christian Medical College, and there have been periodic discussions about developing the airport to support the city's growing healthcare tourism sector.
As of available records, the airport remains underdeveloped relative to the demand generated by the region, and passengers typically rely on Chennai International Airport, approximately 140 kilometers away, as their nearest major air hub.
Getting to & from
Vellore city is accessible by road and rail, with National Highway connections and a railway junction serving the region, though no dedicated airport ground transport exists.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines currently operate at Vellore Airport.
Notable facts
- ›ICAO code is VOVR; no IATA code has been assigned.
- ›No scheduled commercial passenger services operate at this airfield.
- ›Vellore is home to Christian Medical College, a major driver of potential aviation demand.
- ›Chennai International Airport, roughly 140 km away, serves as the primary gateway for Vellore travelers.
- ›There have been proposals to upgrade the airfield to support regional connectivity, but no confirmed development as of available records.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
