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Introduction to Indira Gandhi International Airport

VIDP continues to cement its status as South Asia’s leading hub. In FY 24–25, the airport handled over 73 million passengers, connecting the Indian capital to 150+ international destinations across 50+ countries.

With this global reach, VIDP is not only India’s busiest airport but also among the Top 10 busiest airports in the world by passenger volume (2022) — right up there with the likes of ATL, DXB, and LHR.

From ultra-long-haul nonstops to North America and Australia, to high-frequency regional ops across South and Southeast Asia, VIDP serves as a true gateway between East and West.

More Details

Sprawling across 5,106 acres (2,066 hectares), VIDP is one of Asia’s largest aviation hubs. The airport features three main passenger terminals:

  • Terminal 1 – handling domestic low-cost carriers
  • Terminal 2 – currently used as an overflow terminal
  • Terminal 3 – a world-class integrated terminal for both international and full-service domestic operations

For cargo and private flyers:

  • VIDP houses a dedicated air cargo complex spanning 150+ acres on the airside, processing over 1 million metric tons of freight annually.
  • It is also home to India’s first dedicated GA terminal, inaugurated in September 2020, offering premium facilities for bizjets and VIP movements.

Event Details

Date & Time: Since VIDP is currently under rework by the amazing IF Scenery Editors – this event will be scheduled for within 3 weeks[1] of the date of update in which this airport will be released.

Event Type: The event will be a 24-hour style event where players may fly in or fly out from VIDP.

ATC Details
Frequency Controller
ATIS
Ground
Tower
Departure
Arrival
Centre

This event will require ATC, in case you wish to be the controller for any of the frequencies please PM me. You will be tagged on first come first serve basis.

Routes

With over 150 destinations served across 52 countries, this event aims to provide a little something for everyone.

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Below lists are of Top 10 busiest routes flown from or to VIDP - for international & domestic each.

International Routes
To / From ICAO Avg. Flight Time Notable Airlines Aircraft Types
Bangkok VTBS 4 Hours 30 Minutes Air India, Thai Airways, IndiGo, Vistara B787, B777, A320
Hong Kong VHHH 5 Hours Air India, Cathay Pacific B787, A330
Singapore Changi WSSS 5 Hours 30 Minutes Air India, Singapore Airways, Vistara B787, B777
Syndey YSSY 12 Hours 30 Minutes Air India, Qantas, Vistara B788
Dubai OMDB 3 Hours Air India, Emirates, IndiGo, Flydubai B777, A350, A320
Frankfurt EDDF 8 Hours 30 Minutes Air India, Lufthansa A388, B748, B777
London Heathrow EGLL 9 Hours Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Vistara B787, B777, A350
New York KJFK 15 Hours Air India, American Airlines, Vistara B788, B773
San Francisco KSFO 16 Hours 30 Minutes Air India B772
Toronto CYYZ 14 Hours 30 Minutes Air India, Air Canada, Vistara B777, B787

NOTAM:

  1. Routes To or From SYD, JFK, SFO have aircraft types specified due to range limitations whereas others have general aircraft families mentioned.
  2. One may also use Vistara - B787 with Air India call sign only.
  3. One may also use Jet Airways - A339, B773ER for OMDB, WSSS, VHHH, EGLL, KJFK, CYYZ
Domestic Routes
To / From ICAO Avg. Flight Time
Mumbai VABB 2 Hours
Bengaluru VOBL 2 Hours 20 Minutes
Hydrabad VOHS 2 Hours
Kolkata VECC 2 Hours 15 Minutes
Pune VAPO 2 Hours 10 Minutes
Srinagar VISR 1 Hour 45 Minutes
Ahmedabad VAAH 1 hour 50 Minutes
Jaipur VIJP 1 Hour 10 Minutes
Goa VOGO 2 Hours 10 Minutes
Port Blair VOPD 3 Hours 35 Minutes

Notable Airlines & Frequently Flown Aircraft Types in India are -

Airline Call Sign Aircraft Type Remarks
Air India Air India A320, A321, A350, B777 A350 & B777 are exclusively used for VABB & VOBL
Vistara Air India A320 Vistara livery to be used with Air India call sign
Air India Express Express India B738, B738M
IndiGo IFly A320
Spicejet Spicejet B738M, B739
Akasa Akasa Air B738M
Jet Airways Jet Airways B739 Airline no longer exists but players may use this livery

Airport Details

A thorough airport guide has been provided by @Flyingshib. Kindly refer to the attached IF Community Post link.

A Comprehensive Guide to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (VIDP)

I do not claim ownership of any information in the aforementioned link, all credits are to the tagged author.

Rules

  1. Follow IFATC instructions
  2. Author is not responsible for any violations
  3. Be respectful of other pilots & ATC
  4. Be mindful of your surroundings - try to maintain the minimum visual separation of 1000ft & 5 NM at all times.

This is my first event - overlook any errors and do not kill me for them.


  1. A 3-week block schedule has been recommended in order to ensure the event does not clash with any other significant events. ↩︎

  2. Source: Flightrader 24 ↩︎

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Nice event!Use create event so you can know who is going!

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Thanks! I will be adding it once we get a release date on VIDP 3D.

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Also just read the User Guide as a refresh!

Please read the rules before creating events :slightly_smiling_face:
Your not in trouble just remember to follow the community guidelines especially for category like stuff.
(Kind Regards Joe)