Khon Kaen Airport

VTUK / KKC

Khon Kaen, TH

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
2 kt
Variable
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTUK 221900Z VRB02KT 9000 FEW030 29/21 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 670 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,670 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Khon Kaen Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (670 ft)
Pressure Alt
888 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,729 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTUK 221700Z 2218/2318 17005KT 8000 FEW030 TEMPO 2307/2313 VRB15KT 4000 TSRA FEW018CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
07:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUK
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 10,007 ft 148 ft ASP 32° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTUK

5,008 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.7%
MVFR
9.2%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.1%

Khon Kaen Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 40°C with an average of 26.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.3%
NE
22.1%
E
26.1%
SE
5.2%
S
7.5%
SW
8.3%
W
3.6%
NW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.3°C
Range: 12°C to 40°C
12°C 40°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,008 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Khon Kaen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTUK
IATA Code: KKC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 670 ft MSL

Location

City: Khon Kaen
Country: TH
Latitude: 16.466600°
Longitude: 102.783997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Khon Kaen Airport

Overview

Khon Kaen Airport serves the northeastern region of Thailand, located in Khon Kaen province at an elevation of 670 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (03/21) measuring 10,007 feet, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Isan region, supporting regional and domestic air transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Khon Kaen Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 88.7% of observations indicating VFR conditions. The prevailing winds are from the north at an average of 4.7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 14 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 12°C to 33°C, with an average of 24.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) is asphalted and offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The geographical location in northeastern Thailand presents a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Isan plateau. Calm wind conditions occur in 2.7% of observations, indicating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no reported instances of significant fog or low visibility. December, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months. The minimal average crosswind of 2.2 knots on runway 03/21 provides predictable and straightforward approach and landing conditions.

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.