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Faisalabad International Airport (LYP)
Faisalabad International Airport is an international airport serving Faisalabad (Punjab), Pakistan. Its IATA code is LYP and its ICAO code is OPFA. It has 2 runways, the longest 2,842 m long.
- IATALYP
- ICAOOPFA
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- LYP
- ICAO code
- OPFA
- City
- Faisalabad
- Region / province
- Punjab
- Country / territory
- Pakistan
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 31.3649° N, 72.9953° E
- Elevation
- 180 m (591 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Karachi (UTC+05:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 2,842 m (9,324 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 03R/21L | 2,842 m9,324 ft | Asphalt |
| 03L/21R | 2,743 m8,999 ft | Concrete |
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)
3,945 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 25 min
Hanoi (HAN)
3,444 km
Direct flight: ≈ 4 h 50 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
4,144 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 40 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Ground GND | 121.800 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 127.300 MHz |
Air freight to and from Faisalabad International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Faisalabad 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Allama Iqbal International Airport | LHE | 135 km |
| Sialkot International Airport | SKT | 183 km |
| Multan International Airport | MUX | 198 km |
| Islamabad International Airport | ISB | 243 km |
| Bacha Khan International Airport | PEW | 324 km |
| Skardu International Airport | KDU | 501 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Faisalabad International Airport?
The IATA code of Faisalabad International Airport is LYP and its ICAO code is OPFA. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Faisalabad International Airport located?
Faisalabad International Airport is in Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan, at coordinates 31.3649° N, 72.9953° E and an elevation of 180 m (591 ft).
How far is Faisalabad International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Faisalabad International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 4,144 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 3,444 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 3,945 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 5 h 40 min.
How long is the runway at Faisalabad International Airport?
The longest runway at Faisalabad International Airport is 2,842 m (9,324 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Faisalabad International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Faisalabad International Airport (LYP) 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.