Kullu Manali Airport

VIBR / KUU

Bhuntar, IN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 14 hours ago
06:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
0 kt
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VIBR 040600Z 00000KT 6000 NSC 21/05 Q1020

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBR
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16/34 3,690 ft 100 ft ASP 158°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
158° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VIBR

1,375 observations | Oct 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
94.8%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
0%

Kullu Manali Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 5.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 3.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 77.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between -1°C and 29°C with an average of 9.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 3.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 77.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
0.1%
E
1.7%
SE
8.6%
S
6.6%
SW
0.1%
W
0.3%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.1°C
Range: -1°C to 29°C
-1°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1 kt

Statistics computed from 1,375 METAR observations (Oct 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kullu Manali Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VIBR
IATA Code: KUU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,573 ft MSL

Location

City: Bhuntar
Country: IN
Latitude: 31.876699°
Longitude: 77.154404°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 3,690 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kullu Manali Airport

Overview

Kullu Manali Airport serves the Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India, located in Bhuntar at an elevation of 3,573 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport positioned in the mountainous Himalayan region, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local area, connecting the scenic Kullu Valley with broader regional networks.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Marginal VFR conditions, with 93% of observed weather patterns falling in this category. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 29°C, with an average of 8.6°C, indicating significant seasonal variation. Wind conditions are notably calm 78.7% of the time, with a prevailing southeast wind at an average of 3.1 knots and maximum gusts of 14 knots.

Notable Features

Situated at a significant elevation of 3,573 feet, the airport is embedded in complex mountain terrain characteristic of the Himalayan region. The single runway 16/34 is asphalted and 3,690 feet long, oriented to take advantage of local topographical and wind conditions. The surrounding mountainous landscape requires heightened situational awareness and precise navigation techniques.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 0.9 knots. January, October, and November represent the best months for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations, offering the most consistent flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential rapid weather changes typical of mountain airport environments.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.