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Daegu International Airport (TAE)
Daegu International Airport is an international airport serving Daegu (Daegu-gwangyeoksi (Daegu Metropolitan City)), South Korea. Its IATA code is TAE and its ICAO code is RKTN. It has 2 runways, the longest 2,755 m long.
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Airport facts
- IATA code
- TAE
- ICAO code
- RKTN
- City
- Daegu
- Region / province
- Daegu-gwangyeoksi (Daegu Metropolitan City)
- Country / territory
- South Korea
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 35.8944° N, 128.6570° E
- Elevation
- 35 m (116 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Seoul (UTC+09:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 2,755 m (9,039 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 13R/31L | 2,755 m9,039 ft | Concrete |
| 13L/31R | 2,743 m9,000 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)
2,996 km
Direct flight: ≈ 4 h 15 min
Hanoi (HAN)
2,752 km
Direct flight: ≈ 3 h 55 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
3,561 km
Direct flight: ≈ 4 h 55 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| ACP | 120.000 MHz |
| ATIS | 127.650 MHz |
| Clearance delivery CLD | 118.200 MHz |
| PMSV | 34.650 MHz |
| RKTN_APP | 135.900 MHz |
| RKTN_DEP | 135.900 MHz |
| RKTN_GND | 118.200 MHz |
| RKTN_TWR | 126.200 MHz |
Air freight to and from Daegu International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Daegu 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 South Korea
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gimhae International Airport | PUS | 83 km |
| Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513) | CJJ | 138 km |
| Muan International Airport | MWX | 229 km |
| Yangyang International Airport | YNY | 241 km |
| Seoul Gimpo International Airport | GMP | 249 km |
| Incheon International Airport | ICN | 263 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Daegu International Airport?
The IATA code of Daegu International Airport is TAE and its ICAO code is RKTN. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Daegu International Airport located?
Daegu International Airport is in Daegu, Daegu-gwangyeoksi (Daegu Metropolitan City), South Korea, at coordinates 35.8944° N, 128.6570° E and an elevation of 35 m (116 ft).
How far is Daegu International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Daegu International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 3,561 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 2,752 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 2,996 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 4 h 55 min.
How long is the runway at Daegu International Airport?
The longest runway at Daegu International Airport is 2,755 m (9,039 ft) long, with a concrete surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Daegu International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Daegu International Airport (TAE) 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.