- Gilgit Airport, also known as Gilgit-Baltistan Airport, is an airport in Gilgit, Pakistan. It is situated at an elevation of 1,389 meters (4,557 feet) above sea level and serves as a gateway to the northern areas of Pakistan, including the tourist destinations of Gilgit-Baltistan. The airport has a single runway and is capable of handling small to medium-sized aircraft. It is an important transportation hub for the region, connecting it to major cities in Pakistan such as Islamabad and Karachi.