Tirupati International Airport (VOTP)
Large airport · Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
Airport data
| Name | Tirupati International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VOTP |
| IATA | TIR |
| Elevation | 350 ft (107 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 13°37'55" E 79°32'24" 13.63199, 79.53987 |
| Location | Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 12,500 ft (3810 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Tirupati International Airport at a glance
Tirupati International Airport is a large airport in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India, known to airline systems as TIR. The field elevation of 350 ft (107 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VOTP 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, 08/26, offers 12,500 ft (3810 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08 points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VOTP 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 Tirupati International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai International Airport | VOMM | 99 km (53 NM) |
| Kadapa Airport | VOCP | 128 km (69 NM) |
| Pondicherry Airport | VOPC | 187 km (101 NM) |
| Sri Sathya Sai Airport | VOPN | 197 km (106 NM) |
| Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru | VOBL | 204 km (110 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Tirupati International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 350 ft field elevation of Tirupati 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 139 airports and airfields we list for India — 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 Tirupati International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Tirupati International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Tirupati International Airport is VOTP, and its IATA code is TIR. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Tirupati International Airport above sea level?
Tirupati International Airport sits at an elevation of 350 feet (107 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Tirupati International Airport located?
The airport lies at 13.6320, 79.5399 — in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Chennai International Airport, about 99 km away.
Does VOTP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VOTP 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 Tirupati International Airport?
Tirupati International Airport has one runway. The longest, 08/26, measures 12,500 ft (3810 m) with a ASP surface.