GIL Gilgit Airport
About GIL Airport
Gilgit Airport (GIL) serves the mountainous Gilgit region of northern Pakistan and operates a compact terminal handling domestic traffic with seasonal peaks during summer trekking and tourism. Pakistan International Airlines and smaller regional carriers run most flights, connecting Gilgit to Islamabad and other domestic hubs; schedules can change with weather, so passengers should check the online flight board for real-time information on arrivals and departures. Facilities are modest, security and baggage procedures are standard, and travelers should allow extra time for transfers and altitude-related considerations.
Frequently asked questions
The IATA airport code for Gilgit Airport is GIL.
The ICAO code for Gilgit Airport is OPGT.
Gilgit Airport (GIL) is located in Gilgit, Pakistan.
The local time zone at Gilgit Airport (GIL) is Asia/Karachi (GMT+5).
About 1 scheduled departures were counted at Gilgit Airport (GIL) when flight schedules were last measured on July 19, 2026.
For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.