Laughlin Bullhead International Airport

KIFP / IFP

Bullhead City, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
10:15Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
12 kt
20°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KIFP 041015Z AUTO 02012KT 10SM CLR 20/M03 A2994 RMK AO2
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (701 ft)
Pressure Alt
679 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,447 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KIFP 040520Z 0406/0506 02011KT P6SM FEW250 FM041900 VRB06KT P6SM FEW250 FM042300 17011KT P6SM FEW250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
19:00Z FM041900
+9h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IFP
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
7,520 ft 150 ft ASP 176°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KIFP

7,913 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.5%
MVFR
1.1%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Laughlin Bullhead International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 11.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 126 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 11.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 126 kt
Calm Winds: 29.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
31.4%
NE
11.2%
E
4.9%
SE
5.2%
S
10.7%
SW
4.7%
W
0.9%
NW
1.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.8°C
Range: 5°C to 41°C
5°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,913 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Laughlin Bullhead International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KIFP
IATA Code: IFP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 701 ft MSL

Location

City: Bullhead City
Country: US
Latitude: 35.157398°
Longitude: -114.559998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 7,520 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Laughlin Bullhead International Airport

Overview

Laughlin Bullhead International Airport serves the Bullhead City area in the southwestern United States, situated at an elevation of 701 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region, supporting general aviation and regional commercial operations in a desert environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences exceptional visual flight conditions, with VFR weather present 98.2% of the time. Temperature ranges from 6°C to 41°C, creating substantial thermal variations that pilots should anticipate, particularly during summer months. Winds predominantly come from the north at an average of 11.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 31.5% of the time.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 35.157398, -114.559998, the airport features a single runway (16/34) measuring 7,520 feet with an asphalt surface. The surrounding terrain is characteristic of the Arizona desert, with potential for significant thermal activity and wind variability that can impact flight operations, particularly during midday hours.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with crosswinds averaging only 5.7 knots. October, September, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for arrivals and departures. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts and monitor local conditions, given the airport's desert location and relatively high percentage of wind variability.

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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Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.