Phu Bai International Airport

VVPB / HUI

Huế, VN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
11 kt
290°
2 km
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VVPB 040930Z 29011KT 2000 -RA BR BKN008 BKN030 22/21 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 48 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
848 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,048 ft AMSL
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (48 ft)
Pressure Alt
86 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 938 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VVPB 040500Z 0406/0506 28014KT 4500 RA BKN010 BKN030 TEMPO 0406/0416 2000 RA BR TEMPO 0420/0502 2500 RA BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:35Z BASE
+0h
IFR 280° 14 kt
Visibility: 4.5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Rain
20:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VPB
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,775 ft 130 ft ASP 93°
10.3 kt 3.8 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 - VVPB

7,748 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.8%
MVFR
26.8%
IFR
14%
LIFR
2.4%

Phu Bai International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 132 knots. Temperature extremes range from 14°C to 96°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 132 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
10.1%
E
21%
SE
4.3%
S
7.9%
SW
14.8%
W
21.6%
NW
10.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.7°C
Range: 14°C to 96°C
14°C 96°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,748 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Phu Bai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VVPB
IATA Code: HUI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 48 ft MSL

Location

City: Huế
Country: VN
Latitude: 16.400628°
Longitude: 107.703094°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,775 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Phu Bai International Airport

Overview

Phu Bai International Airport serves the Huế region in central Vietnam, situated at a low elevation of 48 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single 8,775-foot asphalted runway (09/27), it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding coastal area. The airport supports various aviation operations in a strategically important geographical location.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Phu Bai demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 53.8% of observations. Marginal VFR conditions occur 26.9% of the time, while Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are present in 16.4% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 5.8 knots, with temperature ranges from 14°C to 96°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average just 3 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff scenarios. Geographic positioning near the coast suggests potential for rapid weather changes and wind variability, particularly during seasonal transitions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most favorable months for visual flying conditions at Phu Bai. Pilots should anticipate westerly wind patterns and prepare for potential instrument conditions, given the 16.4% IFR occurrence rate. The long runway and consistent wind characteristics generally support predictable approach and departure 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

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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.