Van Don International Airport

VVVD / VDO

Van Don, VN

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 28°C
5 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VVVD 150830Z AUTO 15005KT 110V200 9999 FEW026/// 33/28 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 24 ft
FEW 2,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,624 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Van Don International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 5 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 28°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VVVD 150500Z 1506/1606 18008KT 9999 FEW023
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VVD
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
11,811 ft 148 ft CON
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VVVD

10,896 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66%
MVFR
25.1%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
2%

Van Don International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 36°C with an average of 22.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
29.6%
N
19.2%
S
12.3%
W
0.5%
NE
20.1%
NW
1.8%
SE
11.2%
SW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.2°C
Range: 7°C to 36°C
7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

October April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 10,896 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Van Don International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VVVD
IATA Code: VDO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Van Don
Country: VN
Latitude: 21.120693°
Longitude: 107.415390°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Van Don International Airport

Overview

Van Don International Airport serves the Quang Ninh Province in northeastern Vietnam, situated near the coastal region. As a medium-sized airport at 24 ft mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Van Don economic zone and surrounding areas. The airport's single runway (03/21) spans 11,811 feet, accommodating a range of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Van Don strongly favor visual flight rules (VFR), with 67% of observations supporting clear conditions and an additional 25.4% in marginal VFR. The prevailing easterly winds average 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges from 7°C to 36°C, with an average of 21.5°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for aviation.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location influences its meteorological characteristics, with consistent easterly wind patterns. The runway (03/21) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, showing 100% favorable wind conditions with minimal average crosswind of 2.8 knots. The low elevation and proximity to the coastline suggest potential maritime weather influences and relatively flat surrounding terrain.

Approach Considerations

Optimal flying months are October, September, and November, offering the most consistent visual meteorological conditions. With extremely low occurrences of restricted visibility (fog present in only 0.2% of observations), pilots can expect generally reliable approach conditions. The runway's substantial 11,811-foot length provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.