Songkhla Airport — , Thailand
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Distance & flight time from SGZ
Songkhla Airport
Songkhla Airport, given the code SGZ, is located in southern Thailand near the city of Songkhla and the neighboring hub of Hat Yai. The airport has historically handled limited domestic traffic, with much of the region's commercial air travel now concentrated at nearby Hat Yai International Airport instead. SGZ's smaller scale and modest facilities reflect its secondary role in the area's aviation network, though it has served military and general aviation purposes over the years. The province of Songkhla remains an important economic and cultural center in Thailand's deep south, with fishing, trade, and tourism driving local activity, even as most air travelers now route through the larger regional airport nearby.
Runways at Songkhla Airport (SGZ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 4954 ft (1510 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Songkhla Airport (SGZ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 126.2 MHz |
Airports near Songkhla Airport (SGZ)
- Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) — 36.8 km (22.9 mi)
- Pattani Airport (PAN) — 75.0 km (46.6 mi)
- Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) — 113.2 km (70.3 mi)
- Trang Airport (TST) — 115.1 km (71.5 mi)
- Langkawi International Airport (LGK) — 136.0 km (84.5 mi)
- Narathiwat Airport (NAW) — 145.6 km (90.5 mi)
- Betong International Airport (BTZ) — 166.4 km (103.4 mi)
- Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST) — 167.3 km (104.0 mi)
Songkhla Airport (SGZ) serves southern Thailand near Hat Yai, though most commercial traffic now uses the larger neighboring airport. This entry explains SGZ's limited role in the regional aviation network.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Songkhla Airport?
The IATA code for Songkhla Airport is SGZ.
What is the ICAO code for Songkhla Airport?
The ICAO code for Songkhla Airport is VTSH. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.