Bhubaneswar airport code is BBI, and its ICAO code is VEBS. Biju Patnaik International Airport is Odisha’s principal aviation gateway and supports domestic, international and business aviation operations.
Bhubaneswar Airport Overview
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Airport identity
- Official name: Biju Patnaik International Airport
- IATA code: BBI
- ICAO code: VEBS
- Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Operator: Airports Authority of India
Terminal arrangement
Terminal 1 handles domestic traffic and Terminal 2 handles international traffic. The two terminals have been connected by a link building since February 2024, improving passenger movement between the facilities.
Proposed Terminal 3
A proposed Terminal 3 has been discussed to provide additional capacity, but the project should not be presented as approved or operational until formal Airports Authority of India confirmation is available.
Business Aviation Planning at BBI
Confirm parking, permits, airport acceptance, handling, aviation fuel and customs or immigration arrangements for the exact aircraft and schedule. Provide complete operator documents, routing, crew and passenger details and requested services.
Operational considerations
- Confirm the applicable terminal and handler reporting point.
- Review current NOTAMs, weather and aeronautical information.
- Monitor cyclonic and monsoon weather affecting eastern India.
- Verify customs and immigration arrangements for international operations.
- Reconfirm fuel, handling equipment, catering and transport.
Permissions and terminal coordination
Business aviation operators using Bhubaneswar should provide aircraft, operator, routing, schedule, passenger and crew details early for permissions and airport arrangements. Confirm the applicable terminal, handler reporting point, parking acceptance and any slot conditions before departure. International movements also require advance coordination of customs, immigration and quarantine formalities.
Cyclone and monsoon preparedness
Odisha can experience heavy monsoon rain and cyclonic weather, making close monitoring of forecasts, NOTAMs and airport advisories essential. Keep flexible ground arrangements where conditions may change and maintain suitable operational margins. The handling team should receive prompt notice of revised arrival or departure times.
Turnaround and regional transfers
The service request should specify aviation fuel, ground equipment, catering, baggage and passenger-assistance needs. Bhubaneswar provides access to the state capital and destinations across Odisha, so vehicles and crew hotels should be planned according to the actual onward journey. Allow additional road time during peak traffic or severe weather.
Ground handling and aviation fuel
ATTS can coordinate permits, ground handling, aviation fuel, supervision, transport and crew or passenger support at Bhubaneswar, subject to airport, authority and supplier confirmation.
Related ATTS services: airport ground handling in India and aviation fuelling services in India.
More India airport guides: Kolkata (CCU) and Visakhapatnam (VTZ).
Official airport information: For current terminal, passenger, flight and airport notices, check the Airports Authority of India Bhubaneswar airport page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the airport code for Bhubaneswar?
Biju Patnaik International Airport uses IATA code BBI and ICAO code VEBS.
Which terminal handles international flights at BBI?
Terminal 2 handles international traffic, while Terminal 1 handles domestic operations.
Is Terminal 3 open at Bhubaneswar Airport?
No. Additional terminal capacity has been proposed, but it should not be treated as approved or operational without formal confirmation.
Can ATTS coordinate support at BBI?
ATTS can coordinate permits, handling, aviation fuel, supervision and crew or passenger support, subject to confirmation for the requested movement.
