Tulsa International Airport

KTUL / TUL

Tulsa, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
8 kt
360°
10 SM
Visibility
4,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTUL 042053Z 36008KT 10SM SCT012 OVC046 15/11 A3000 RMK AO2 SLP158 60000 T01500111 58023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 677 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
OVC 4,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,877 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,277 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (677 ft)
Pressure Alt
595 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 757 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KTUL 042024Z 0420/0518 VRB04KT P6SM VCSH SCT009 OVC012 FM050500 32003KT 5SM BR SCT004 OVC007 FM051600 16007KT P6SM SCT007 BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:15Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+8h
IFR 320° 3 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUL
08
26
18L
36R ✈️
18R
36L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 7,372 ft 150 ft CON 89°
0.1 kt 8.0 kt
89° angle
✈️ 18L/36R
Active: 36R
9,999 ft 200 ft CON 183°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 18R/36L
Active: 36L
6,101 ft 150 ft ASP 183°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTUL

4,291 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.8%
MVFR
10.7%
IFR
4%
LIFR
1.4%

Tulsa International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 10.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.9%
NE
3.9%
E
6.1%
SE
13.2%
S
30.2%
SW
3.1%
W
3.9%
NW
9.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 12°C
Range: -17°C to 34°C
-17°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

February September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt
Runway 18L/36R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 18R/36L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,291 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tulsa International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTUL
IATA Code: TUL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 677 ft MSL

Location

City: Tulsa
Country: US
Latitude: 36.198399°
Longitude: -95.888100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,372 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18L/36R
Length: 9,999 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 6,101 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tulsa International Airport

Overview

Tulsa International Airport serves as a key aviation hub in northeastern Oklahoma, located at coordinates 36.198399, -95.888100. The airport sits at an elevation of 677 feet mean sea level and operates three runways with significant length variations, supporting both commercial and general aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport's mid-continental location subjects it to variable weather conditions typical of Oklahoma's climate, with potential significant seasonal wind shifts. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios, particularly on the 8,000+ foot runways, which can experience substantial wind gradient effects due to the regional topography.

Notable Features

Tulsa International features three runways with concrete and asphalt surfaces, offering multiple approach options for different aircraft types and weights. The longest runway (18L/36R) provides an impressive 9,999-foot length, accommodating virtually all commercial and large cargo aircraft operations with substantial margin.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18L/36R's extended length makes it the preferred primary runway for most heavy aircraft operations, with substantial headroom for complex approach scenarios. The complementary runways 08/26 and 18R/36L provide additional operational flexibility, allowing pilots multiple options based on prevailing wind conditions and air traffic management requirements.

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
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.