Faisalabad International Airport

OPFA / LYP

Faisalabad, PK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
0 kt
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPFA 041930Z 00000KT 4000 FU NSC 21/16 Q1012 NOSIG
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (591 ft)
Pressure Alt
629 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,491 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OPFA 041700Z 0418/0524 00000KT 4000 FU NSC TX33/0510Z TN16/0501Z TEMPO 0500/0504 00000KT 1500 BR NSC BECMG 0504/0506 VRB0 2KT 3000 FU NSC FM050700 27004KT 6000 FEW100 FM051400 23004K T 4000 FU FEW100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:46Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Smoke
00:00Z TEMPO
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Mist
04:00Z BECMG
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Smoke
07:00Z FM050700
+12h
MVFR 270° 4 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PFA
03L
21R
03R
21L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03L/21R 8,999 ft 98 ft CONC
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
03R/21L 9,324 ft 150 ft ASPH 36°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
36° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OPFA

6,718 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
17.2%
IFR
62.2%
LIFR
20.5%

Faisalabad International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 82.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 3.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 55.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 3.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 55.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.8%
NE
3.3%
E
1.8%
SE
4.9%
S
5.3%
SW
10.2%
W
5.8%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.4°C
Range: 2°C to 38°C
2°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.9%

Best Months for VFR

February December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03L/21R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt
Runway 03R/21L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,718 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Faisalabad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPFA
IATA Code: LYP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 591 ft MSL

Location

City: Faisalabad
Country: PK
Latitude: 31.365000°
Longitude: 72.994797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 03L/21R
Length: 8,999 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 03R/21L
Length: 9,324 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Faisalabad International Airport

Overview

Faisalabad International Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Punjab, Pakistan, positioned at coordinates 31.365000, 72.994797 with an elevation of 591 ft MSL. The airport features two substantial runways capable of handling significant commercial and cargo operations, with concrete and asphalt surfaces measuring 8,999 ft and 9,324 ft respectively.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate predominantly challenging flight conditions, with 60.2% of observed weather patterns requiring instrument flight rules (IFR) and 25.4% classified as low IFR. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 2°C to 38°C with an average of 17.4°C. Wind conditions are generally mild, with a prevailing southwest direction at 225° and average speeds of 3.2 knots, though calm conditions occur 57.8% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runways (03L/21R and 03R/21L) both demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal crosswind averaging 2.1 knots. Located in a region with diverse meteorological conditions, Faisalabad International experiences varied visibility with an average of 10 statute miles and occasional fog events comprising 13.4% of observations.

Approach Considerations

December, January, and September represent the most favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) months for operations. Both runways offer consistent wind conditions, making either suitable for landing and takeoff. Pilots should be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions, with only 14.4% of observations supporting marginal VFR and a significant portion requiring full instrument procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.