Bokhtar International Airport (UTDT)
Large airport · Bokhtar, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan
Airport data
| Name | Bokhtar International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UTDT |
| IATA | KQT |
| Elevation | 1,473 ft (449 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 37°51'59" E 68°51'52" 37.86632, 68.86447 |
| Location | Bokhtar, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 7,497 ft (2285 m) | 132 ft | ASP | Yes |
Bokhtar International Airport at a glance
Bokhtar International Airport is a large airport in Bokhtar, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan, known to airline systems as KQT. The field elevation of 1,473 ft (449 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UTDT 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, 17/35, offers 7,497 ft (2285 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 17 points roughly 170° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UTDT 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 Bokhtar International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farkhor Air Base | TJ-UT46 | 63 km (34 NM) |
| Gissar Air Base | TJ-UT45 | 74 km (40 NM) |
| Dushanbe International Airport | UTDD | 75 km (41 NM) |
| Kulob International Airport | UTDK | 84 km (45 NM) |
| Khovaling Airport | TJ-0011 | 113 km (61 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Bokhtar International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,473 ft field elevation of Bokhtar 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 Bokhtar International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Bokhtar International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Bokhtar International Airport is UTDT, and its IATA code is KQT. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Bokhtar International Airport above sea level?
Bokhtar International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,473 feet (449 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Bokhtar International Airport located?
The airport lies at 37.8663, 68.8645 — in Bokhtar, Khatlon Region, Tajikistan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Farkhor Air Base, about 63 km away.
Does UTDT publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UTDT 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 Bokhtar International Airport?
Bokhtar International Airport has one runway. The longest, 17/35, measures 7,497 ft (2285 m) with a ASP surface.