Faisalabad International Airport

OPFA / LYP

Faisalabad, PK

Last Updated
Mar 6, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
180°
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPFA 060830Z 18006KT 7000 SCT100 33/12 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 591 ft
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,591 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (591 ft)
Pressure Alt
689 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,991 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OPFA 060500Z 0606/0712 27004KT 5000 HZ FEW100 TX34/0610Z TN17/0701Z FM061400 23004KT 4000 FU FEW100 TEMPO 0700/0704 00000KT 1000 BR FEW100 BECMG 0704/0706 18004KT 3000 FU SCT100 FM070600 13004KT 5000 HZ SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 4 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
14:00Z FM061400
+6h
IFR 230° 4 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Smoke

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PFA
03L
21R ✈️
03R
21L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03L/21R
Active: 21R
8,999 ft 98 ft CONC
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 03R/21L
Active: 21L
9,324 ft 150 ft ASPH 36°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OPFA

6,806 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
17.4%
IFR
62.2%
LIFR
20.4%

Faisalabad International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 82.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 3.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 55.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 3.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 55.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.8%
NE
3.3%
E
1.8%
SE
5.1%
S
5.3%
SW
10.4%
W
5.8%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.5°C
Range: 2°C to 38°C
2°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.8%

Best Months for VFR

February December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03L/21R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt
Runway 03R/21L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,806 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Faisalabad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPFA
IATA Code: LYP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 591 ft MSL

Location

City: Faisalabad
Country: PK
Latitude: 31.365000°
Longitude: 72.994797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 03L/21R
Length: 8,999 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 03R/21L
Length: 9,324 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Faisalabad International Airport

Overview

Faisalabad International Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Punjab, Pakistan, positioned at coordinates 31.365000, 72.994797 with an elevation of 591 ft MSL. The airport features two substantial runways capable of handling significant commercial and cargo operations, with concrete and asphalt surfaces measuring 8,999 ft and 9,324 ft respectively.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate predominantly challenging flight conditions, with 60.2% of observed weather patterns requiring instrument flight rules (IFR) and 25.4% classified as low IFR. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 2°C to 38°C with an average of 17.4°C. Wind conditions are generally mild, with a prevailing southwest direction at 225° and average speeds of 3.2 knots, though calm conditions occur 57.8% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runways (03L/21R and 03R/21L) both demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal crosswind averaging 2.1 knots. Located in a region with diverse meteorological conditions, Faisalabad International experiences varied visibility with an average of 10 statute miles and occasional fog events comprising 13.4% of observations.

Approach Considerations

December, January, and September represent the most favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) months for operations. Both runways offer consistent wind conditions, making either suitable for landing and takeoff. Pilots should be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions, with only 14.4% of observations supporting marginal VFR and a significant portion requiring full instrument procedures.

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.