Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, India

Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport is located in Leh, Jammu and Kashmir, India, at an elevation of 3,256 meters. It is one of the highest commercial airports in the world, named after the 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche, an important Buddhist monk. Due to its elevation, the airport experiences challenging weather conditions, making it operational only during the day. It handles domestic flights connecting Leh to major Indian cities. The airport's single asphalt runway accommodates aircraft with special performance capabilities suitable for high-altitude takeoffs and landings.

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