Antalya International Airport

LTAI / AYT

Antalya, TR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
16 kt
340°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTAI 041020Z 34016KT CAVOK 20/M05 Q1021 NOSIG RMK RWY18C 33017KT RWY36R 34015KT 310V010 RWY18L 36013KT
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (177 ft)
Pressure Alt
-56 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 586 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LTAI 040440Z 0406/0506 34020G30KT CAVOK BECMG 0414/0417 34009KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 20 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 340° 9 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TAI
18L
36R ✈️
18C
36C ✈️
18R
36L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18C/36C
Active: 36C
11,155 ft 148 ft CON 186°
15.0 kt 5.5 kt
20° angle
✈️ 18L/36R
Active: 36R
11,155 ft 148 ft CON 186°
15.0 kt 5.5 kt
20° angle
✈️ 18R/36L
Active: 36L
9,811 ft 148 ft ASPH 186°
15.0 kt 5.5 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 - LTAI

14,472 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.9%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
0.2%

Antalya International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
31.7%
NE
4.1%
E
3.7%
SE
8%
S
10.9%
SW
1.6%
W
3.9%
NW
35.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: 1°C to 37°C
1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18C/36C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 18L/36R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 18R/36L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 14,472 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Antalya International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTAI
IATA Code: AYT
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 177 ft MSL

Location

City: Antalya
Country: TR
Latitude: 36.898701°
Longitude: 30.800501°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18C/36C
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18L/36R
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 9,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Antalya International Airport

Overview

Antalya International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in southern Turkey, located in the coastal city of Antalya. The airport features three substantial runways, with two main runways measuring 11,155 feet and a third runway at 9,811 feet, capable of handling large commercial aircraft and international traffic.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 87.2% of observations showing clear flying weather and only 2.2% IFR conditions. Winds typically originate from the northwest at an average of 7.7 knots, with temperature ranges from 1°C to 37°C. September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations.

Notable Features

Situated at 177 feet mean sea level, Antalya International Airport offers relatively flat terrain with consistent runway wind conditions. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with minimal average crosswind speeds of 3.7 knots. The airport's geographic position provides stable meteorological characteristics with consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with exceptionally low occurrence of adverse weather. The runways' similar orientation and favorable wind patterns provide flexible operational options. Consistent wind and visibility characteristics support stable approach and landing procedures across all runway configurations.

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.