Tianjin Binhai International Airport

ZBTJ / TSN

Tianjin, CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZBTJ 040930Z 09005MPS 9999 OVC020 01/M05 Q1027 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 10 ft
OVC 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,010 ft AMSL
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1027 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (10 ft)
Pressure Alt
-403 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,081 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZBTJ 040315Z 0406/0512 09007G14MPS 3000 BR OVC030 TX03/0406Z TX01/0506Z TNM03/0421Z BECMG 0412/0413 2500 -SN BKN010 OVC030 TEMPO 0414/0418 0800 SN BKN005 OVC023 BECMG 0502/0503 03003MPS 3000 NSC BECMG 0505/0506 5000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:41Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Mist
12:00Z BECMG
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Snow
14:00Z TEMPO
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.8 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BTJ
16L
34R
16R
34L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
16L/34R 10,499 ft 148 ft CON 154°
16R/34L 11,811 ft 197 ft CON 155°

Weather Statistics - ZBTJ

7,753 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.4%
MVFR
22.4%
IFR
17.6%
LIFR
2.7%

Tianjin Binhai International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.3% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, February, November.

Temperature Range

Average: 6.2°C
Range: -14°C to 32°C
-14°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

December February November

Statistics computed from 7,753 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tianjin Binhai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZBTJ
IATA Code: TSN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Tianjin
Country: CN
Latitude: 39.124401°
Longitude: 117.346001°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 16L/34R
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Tianjin Binhai International Airport

Overview

Tianjin Binhai International Airport serves the major metropolitan area of Tianjin, located in northeastern China. As a large airport positioned at a low elevation of 10 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Tianjin region and supports both commercial passenger and cargo operations. The airport features two substantial concrete runways capable of handling large aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 39.124401°N latitude, the airport experiences significant seasonal weather variations typical of the continental climate in northern China. Pilots should anticipate potential winter conditions with cold temperatures and potential reduced visibility, contrasting with warmer, more stable summer flying conditions. The airport's low elevation at 10 ft MSL provides relatively straightforward approach and landing parameters.

Notable Features

The airport's two runways offer substantial operational flexibility, with lengths of 10,499 feet (16L/34R) and 11,811 feet (16R/34L), enabling handling of wide-body aircraft and long-haul operations. Its geographic location near the coast suggests potential for variable wind conditions that could impact approach and landing strategies. The concrete runway surfaces provide consistent ground handling characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation at 16L/34R and 16R/34L suggests potential for wind-aligned approaches depending on prevailing meteorological conditions. The substantial runway lengths allow for diverse aircraft types and provide significant safety margins for landing and takeoff operations. Pilots should prepare standard approach procedures accounting for the airport's coastal proximity and potential 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

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.