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Skardu International Airport (KDU)
Skardu International Airport is an international airport serving Skardu (Gilgit-Baltistan), Pakistan. Its IATA code is KDU and its ICAO code is OPSD. It has 2 runways, the longest 3,656 m long.
- IATAKDU
- ICAOOPSD
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- KDU
- ICAO code
- OPSD
- City
- Skardu
- Region / province
- Gilgit-Baltistan
- Country / territory
- Pakistan
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 35.3387° N, 75.5386° E
- Elevation
- 2,230 m (7,316 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Karachi (UTC+05:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 3,656 m (11,995 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 14L/32R | 3,656 m11,995 ft | Asphalt |
| 14R/32L | 3,656 m11,995 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
3,884 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 20 min
Hanoi (HAN)
3,335 km
Direct flight: ≈ 4 h 40 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
4,157 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 40 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Ground GND | 121.800 MHz |
| Radio RDO | 292.300 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 119.700 MHz |
Air freight to and from Skardu International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Skardu through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Pakistan
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Islamabad International Airport | ISB | 319 km |
| Sialkot International Airport | SKT | 330 km |
| Bacha Khan International Airport | PEW | 397 km |
| Allama Iqbal International Airport | LHE | 437 km |
| Faisalabad International Airport | LYP | 501 km |
| Multan International Airport | MUX | 689 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Skardu International Airport?
The IATA code of Skardu International Airport is KDU and its ICAO code is OPSD. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Skardu International Airport located?
Skardu International Airport is in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, at coordinates 35.3387° N, 75.5386° E and an elevation of 2,230 m (7,316 ft).
How far is Skardu International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Skardu International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 4,157 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 3,335 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 3,884 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 5 h 40 min.
How long is the runway at Skardu International Airport?
The longest runway at Skardu International Airport is 3,656 m (11,995 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Skardu International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Skardu International Airport (KDU) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.