Kulob International Airport (UTDK)
Large airport · Kulob, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan
Airport data
| Name | Kulob International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UTDK |
| IATA | TJU |
| Elevation | 2,293 ft (699 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 37°59'17" E 69°48'18" 37.98810, 69.80500 |
| Location | Kulob, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 9,843 ft (3000 m) | 137 ft | ASP | Yes |
Kulob International Airport at a glance
Kulob International Airport is a large airport in Kulob, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan, known to airline systems as TJU. The field elevation of 2,293 ft (699 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UTDK 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, 01/19, offers 9,843 ft (3000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 01 points roughly 10° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UTDK 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 Kulob International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Khovaling Airport | TJ-0011 | 45 km (24 NM) |
| Farkhor Air Base | TJ-UT46 | 69 km (37 NM) |
| Bokhtar International Airport | UTDT | 84 km (45 NM) |
| Dushanbe International Airport | UTDD | 106 km (57 NM) |
| Gissar Air Base | TJ-UT45 | 115 km (62 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Kulob International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,293 ft field elevation of Kulob 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 Kulob International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Kulob International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Kulob International Airport is UTDK, and its IATA code is TJU. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Kulob International Airport above sea level?
Kulob International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,293 feet (699 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Kulob International Airport located?
The airport lies at 37.9881, 69.8050 — in Kulob, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Khovaling Airport, about 45 km away.
Does UTDK publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UTDK 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 Kulob International Airport?
Kulob International Airport has one runway. The longest, 01/19, measures 9,843 ft (3000 m) with a ASP surface.