Phuket International Airport

VTSP / HKT

Phuket, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
7 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSP 041330Z 29007KT 9999 FEW020 28/23 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 82 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,082 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (82 ft)
Pressure Alt
210 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,790 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTSP 041100Z 0412/0518 29008KT 9999 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSP
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 84°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTSP

7,731 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.7%
MVFR
2.9%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Phuket International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.1 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.3°C (range: 21°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 5%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.7%
NE
6.6%
E
41.4%
SE
1.9%
S
0.4%
SW
1.6%
W
27%
NW
14.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.3°C
Range: 21°C to 35°C
21°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,731 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Phuket International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTSP
IATA Code: HKT
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Phuket
Country: TH
Latitude: 8.113200°
Longitude: 98.316902°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Phuket International Airport

Overview

Phuket International Airport (VTSP) serves as the primary aviation gateway to Phuket Island in southern Thailand. Located at coordinates 8.113200, 98.316902, the airport operates at an elevation of 82 feet mean sea level and supports large international aircraft operations. Its single runway 09/27 measures 9,843 feet in length with an asphalt surface, accommodating significant commercial and charter traffic.

Flying Conditions

Phuket's tropical maritime climate produces significant weather variability throughout the year, with pronounced wet and dry seasons affecting airport operations. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and reduced visibility during the southwest monsoon period from May to October. The airport's relatively low elevation of 82 feet MSL minimizes extreme temperature and pressure altitude variations.

Notable Features

The airport is situated on a relatively flat terrain characteristic of southern Thailand's coastal regions. Surrounding geography includes proximity to marine environments, which can generate localized wind shear and turbulence conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential sea breeze effects that can influence wind direction and runway selection during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's substantial 9,843-foot length provides flexibility for most commercial aircraft types operating in the region. Wind patterns will typically dictate runway preference, with prevailing winds potentially influencing approach strategy. Standard instrument approach procedures should be carefully reviewed, considering the airport's tropical maritime location and potential meteorological complexities.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.