Khon Kaen Airport

VTUK / KKC

Khon Kaen, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTUK 040200Z 10006KT 060V160 9999 FEW030 28/22 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 670 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,670 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (670 ft)
Pressure Alt
678 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,399 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTUK 032300Z 0400/0424 11005KT 8000 FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:22Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUK
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
10,007 ft 148 ft ASP 32°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTUK

3,879 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.8%
MVFR
8.9%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Khon Kaen Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 36°C with an average of 25.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
25%
NE
25.6%
E
26.5%
SE
4.5%
S
3.8%
SW
3.7%
W
3%
NW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.2°C
Range: 12°C to 36°C
12°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,879 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Khon Kaen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTUK
IATA Code: KKC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 670 ft MSL

Location

City: Khon Kaen
Country: TH
Latitude: 16.466600°
Longitude: 102.783997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Khon Kaen Airport

Overview

Khon Kaen Airport serves the northeastern region of Thailand, located in Khon Kaen province at an elevation of 670 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (03/21) measuring 10,007 feet, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Isan region, supporting regional and domestic air transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Khon Kaen Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 88.7% of observations indicating VFR conditions. The prevailing winds are from the north at an average of 4.7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 14 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 12°C to 33°C, with an average of 24.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) is asphalted and offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The geographical location in northeastern Thailand presents a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Isan plateau. Calm wind conditions occur in 2.7% of observations, indicating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no reported instances of significant fog or low visibility. December, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months. The minimal average crosswind of 2.2 knots on runway 03/21 provides predictable and straightforward approach and landing conditions.

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.