Savannakhet Airport — , Laos
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Savannakhet Airport
Savannakhet Airport (ZVK) serves Savannakhet, the second-largest city in Laos, located along the Mekong River across from Thailand's Mukdahan province. The airport handles domestic flights connecting Savannakhet to the capital Vientiane, supporting trade and travel tied to the city's role as a commercial crossroads along the East-West Economic Corridor linking Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. Savannakhet's French colonial architecture and Buddhist temples draw modest tourism, while the surrounding province relies heavily on agriculture and cross-border commerce facilitated by the nearby Second Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge. ZVK's single runway accommodates smaller regional aircraft typical of Laos's developing domestic aviation network.
Runways at Savannakhet Airport (ZVK)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 5358 ft (1633 m) | 125 ft (38 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Savannakhet Airport (ZVK)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 118.5 MHz |
Airports near Savannakhet Airport (ZVK)
- Nakhon Phanom Airport (KOP) — 92.8 km (57.7 mi)
- Sakon Nakhon Airport (SNO) — 98.5 km (61.2 mi)
- Roi Et Airport (ROI) — 116.0 km (72.1 mi)
- Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP) — 145.6 km (90.5 mi)
- Pakse International Airport (PKZ) — 192.2 km (119.4 mi)
- Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) — 210.9 km (131.0 mi)
- Buri Ram Airport (BFV) — 218.5 km (135.8 mi)
- Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) — 221.9 km (137.9 mi)
Savannakhet Airport (ZVK) connects Laos's Mekong River trading city to Vientiane, supporting the East-West Economic Corridor and cross-border commerce with Thailand.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Savannakhet Airport?
The IATA code for Savannakhet Airport is ZVK.
What is the ICAO code for Savannakhet Airport?
The ICAO code for Savannakhet Airport is VLSK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.