Turbat International Airport (OPTU)
Large airport · Turbat, Balochistan, Pakistan
Airport data
| Name | Turbat International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | OPTU |
| IATA | TUK |
| Elevation | 498 ft (152 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 25°59'5" E 63°1'44" 25.98477, 63.02886 |
| Location | Turbat, Balochistan, Pakistan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08L/26R | 6,000 ft (1829 m) | 98 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 08R/26L | 9,022 ft (2750 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Turbat International Airport at a glance
Turbat International Airport is a large airport in Turbat, Balochistan, Pakistan, known to airline systems as TUK. The field elevation of 498 ft (152 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at OPTU are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 08R/26L — offers 9,022 ft (2750 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08R points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for OPTU shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Turbat International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pasni Airport | OPPI | 83 km (45 NM) |
| New Gwadar International Airport | OPGW | 93 km (50 NM) |
| Panjgur Airport | OPPG | 154 km (83 NM) |
| Iranshahr Airport | OIZI | 268 km (145 NM) |
| Chabahar Konarak International Airport | OIZC | 272 km (147 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Turbat International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 498 ft field elevation of Turbat International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 39 airports and airfields we list for Pakistan — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Turbat International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Turbat International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Turbat International Airport is OPTU, and its IATA code is TUK. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Turbat International Airport above sea level?
Turbat International Airport sits at an elevation of 498 feet (152 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Turbat International Airport located?
The airport lies at 25.9848, 63.0289 — in Turbat, Balochistan, Pakistan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Pasni Airport, about 83 km away.
Does OPTU publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for OPTU appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Turbat International Airport?
Turbat International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 08R/26L, measures 9,022 ft (2750 m) with a ASP surface.