What is the tower frequency at VTSP?

The tower frequency at Phuket Intl is 118.1 MHz.

Does VTSP require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Phuket Intl (Thailand).

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Phuket Intl

Phuket Intl (VTSP/HKT) serves Phuket, Thailand. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (09/27). Field elevation is 82 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: VTSP
Name: Phuket Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 8.1132
Longitude: 98.316902
Elevation: 82 ft
Country: Thailand
Municipality: Phuket
IATA Code: HKT
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Bangkok
Distance from City: 20.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 9843 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 128.000 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: No PPR for scheduled flights. GA/charter require CAAT landing permit.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Approx THB 50/ton MTOW for international
Parking Fee: THB 18/ton per 3h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: THB
Remarks: Major tourist destination airport. Fees published by AOT. Seasonal demand peaks (Nov-Mar).

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Fuel supply can be constrained during peak season. Advance coordination recommended for large uplift.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at international terminal. Visa on arrival available. APIS required.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No formal curfew. Single runway; capacity limited during peak hours. CAAT slot coordination. Terrain considerations on approach. Chapter 2 banned.

Alternates

VTSG

ICAO: VTSG
Name: Krabi
Distance (NM): 39.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at international airports. APIS recommended.

VTSB

ICAO: VTSB
Name: Surat Thani
Distance (NM): 78.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at international airports. APIS recommended.

Airport Services

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Thailand Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 10 business days (private); 15 business days (charter); 3 days short-notice possible
Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: 10 business days official. Charter: 15 business days official. Short-notice: 3 business days at CAA discretion.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAT notification and customs pre-clearance.

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Nearby Airports

VTSW Phuket Airpark 8 NM VTSG Krabi 40 NM VTSB Surat Thani 78 NM VTST Trang Airport 85 NM VTSF Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport 100 NM VTSN Cha Eian Airport 100 NM VTSR Ranong Airport 101 NM VYKT Kawthoung Airport 117 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at VTSP?: The tower frequency at Phuket Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at VTSP?: Phuket Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does VTSP require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Phuket Intl (Thailand).

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