U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport (VTBU)
Large airport · Rayong, Rayong Province, Thailand
Airport data
| Name | U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VTBU |
| IATA | UTP |
| Elevation | 42 ft (13 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 12°40'48" E 101°0'18" 12.67990, 101.00500 |
| Location | Rayong, Rayong Province, Thailand |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
About U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport on Wikipedia
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 11,500 ft (3505 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport at a glance
U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport is a large airport in Rayong, Rayong Province, Thailand, known to airline systems as UTP. The field elevation of 42 ft (13 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VTBU 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, 18/36, offers 11,500 ft (3505 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 18 points roughly 180° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VTBU 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 U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hua Hin Airport | VTPH | 114 km (62 NM) |
| Suvarnabhumi Airport | VTBS | 115 km (62 NM) |
| Don Mueang International Airport | VTBD | 144 km (78 NM) |
| Trat Airport | VTBO | 150 km (81 NM) |
| Kamphaeng Saen Airport | VTBK | 197 km (106 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 42 ft field elevation of U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya 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 43 airports and airfields we list for Thailand — 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 U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport
What is the ICAO code of U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport is VTBU, and its IATA code is UTP. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport above sea level?
U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport sits at an elevation of 42 feet (13 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport located?
The airport lies at 12.6799, 101.0050 — in Rayong, Rayong Province, Thailand, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Hua Hin Airport, about 114 km away.
Does VTBU publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VTBU 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 U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport?
U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport has one runway. The longest, 18/36, measures 11,500 ft (3505 m) with a ASP surface.