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Thar Airport (KCF)

Kandanwari, Pakistan · small airport · 27.203° 69.149° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeKCF
ICAO CodeOPKW
Typesmall airport
NameThar Airport
MunicipalityKandanwari
CountryPakistan
ContinentAS
Latitude27.203° N
Longitude69.149° E
Elevation167 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryPakistan
ISO Code
RegionKandanwari
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Karachi
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+5
DST OffsetUTC+5
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
Dry season across much of Asia
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving KCF

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (27.2°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Thar Airport (IATA: KCF, ICAO: OPKW) is a small airfield serving Kandanwari in Sindh, Pakistan, in a remote desert region. It mainly supports charter, private, and energy-sector crew movements rather than scheduled commercial airline service. Its simple facilities and isolated setting make advance planning essential.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors coordinate with local energy or airfield operators before arrival, since access and services are not set up for walk-in passengers. Carry water, cash, and sun protection, and confirm runway and fuel availability before departure.
🚖 Getting There

There is no regular public transport to the airport; arrange a pre-booked taxi, private car, or 4x4 from Kandanwari or a nearby town. Roads can be sandy and remote, so allow extra travel time and confirm your pickup in advance. Mobile coverage may be patchy, so carry offline maps and share your itinerary.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Thar Airport?
A: Thar Airport uses IATA code KCF and ICAO code OPKW.

Q: Are there scheduled passenger flights from Thar Airport?
A: Scheduled commercial service is limited or not available; the airport primarily handles charter, private, and crew flights. Check with local operators or your carrier for current status.

Q: Where is Thar Airport located?
A: It is near Kandanwari in Sindh, Pakistan, at coordinates 27.203°N, 69.149°E, in a remote desert area.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: As a small airfield, facilities are minimal. Expect basic operations only; do not rely on shops, lounges, or public transport at the site.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 26, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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