Dushanbe International Airport (UTDD)
Large airport · Dushanbe, Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Airport data
| Name | Dushanbe International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UTDD |
| IATA | DYU |
| Elevation | 2,575 ft (785 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 38°32'37" E 68°49'23" 38.54375, 68.82298 |
| Location | Dushanbe, Dushanbe, Tajikistan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 10,170 ft (3100 m) | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
Dushanbe International Airport at a glance
Dushanbe International Airport is a large airport in Dushanbe, Dushanbe, Tajikistan, known to airline systems as DYU. The field elevation of 2,575 ft (785 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UTDD are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 09/27, offers 10,170 ft (3100 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UTDD 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 Dushanbe International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gissar Air Base | TJ-UT45 | 14 km (8 NM) |
| Bokhtar International Airport | UTDT | 75 km (41 NM) |
| Khovaling Airport | TJ-0011 | 103 km (56 NM) |
| Kulob International Airport | UTDK | 106 km (57 NM) |
| Farkhor Air Base | TJ-UT46 | 129 km (70 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Dushanbe International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,575 ft field elevation of Dushanbe 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 7 airports and airfields we list for Tajikistan — 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 Dushanbe International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Dushanbe International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Dushanbe International Airport is UTDD, and its IATA code is DYU. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Dushanbe International Airport above sea level?
Dushanbe International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,575 feet (785 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Dushanbe International Airport located?
The airport lies at 38.5437, 68.8230 — in Dushanbe, Dushanbe, Tajikistan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Gissar Air Base, about 14 km away.
Does UTDD publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UTDD 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 Dushanbe International Airport?
Dushanbe International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 10,170 ft (3100 m) with a ASP surface.