Hua Hin Airport
Hua Hin Airport is a medium-sized airport serving Hua Hin, one of Thailand’s best-known seaside resort towns. Identified by IATA code HHQ and ICAO code VTPH, it offers a smaller, more manageable alternative to the country’s biggest air gateways, which can be a real advantage for travellers who prefer shorter walks, simpler navigation, and a calmer arrival experience. The airport sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 metres), so it feels very much part of the low-lying coastal landscape that defines this stretch of the Gulf of Thailand.
About Hua Hin Airport
Hua Hin Airport is a medium-sized airport serving Hua Hin, one of Thailand’s best-known seaside resort towns. Identified by IATA code HHQ and ICAO code VTPH, it offers a smaller, more manageable alternative to the country’s biggest air gateways, which can be a real advantage for travellers who prefer shorter walks, simpler navigation, and a calmer arrival experience. The airport sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 metres), so it feels very much part of the low-lying coastal landscape that defines this stretch of the Gulf of Thailand.
Overview
Hua Hin Airport is a medium-sized airport serving Hua Hin, one of Thailand’s best-known seaside resort towns. Identified by IATA code HHQ and ICAO code VTPH, it offers a smaller, more manageable alternative to the country’s biggest air gateways, which can be a real advantage for travellers who prefer shorter walks, simpler navigation, and a calmer arrival experience. The airport sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 metres), so it feels very much part of the low-lying coastal landscape that defines this stretch of the Gulf of Thailand.
Quick facts
- Airport codes: HHQ (IATA) and VTPH (ICAO)
- Airport type: medium airport
- Location served: Hua Hin, Thailand
- Time zone: Asia/Bangkok
- Runway: 16/34, 6,890 feet long, asphalt surface, lighted
What travellers should know
For visitors, Hua Hin Airport is best understood as a practical regional gateway rather than a vast international hub. Its single lighted asphalt runway, designated 16/34, measures 6,890 feet, which supports regular aircraft operations while keeping the airport compact and straightforward. That smaller scale can make arrivals and departures feel less stressful, especially for holidaymakers heading to nearby beaches, golf resorts, and town hotels. Because the airport operates in the Asia/Bangkok time zone, travellers connecting from abroad should double-check local arrival times and transport plans, particularly if they are coordinating hotel check-in or onward road travel.
Why it suits Hua Hin
The airport matches Hua Hin well: efficient, coastal, and easy to approach without the intensity of a major metropolis. For leisure travellers, that can mean a smoother start or finish to a trip, with fewer of the delays and long transfers often associated with larger airports. If your priority is reaching Hua Hin with minimal fuss, HHQ is a convenient entry point that keeps the journey focused on the destination rather than the airport itself.
Routes
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FAQ
Hua Hin Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Hua Hin Airport is located in Hua Hin, Thailand (Asia), at coordinates 12.630°, 99.950°.
- Its IATA code is HHQ and its ICAO code is VTPH.
- Hua Hin Airport serves Hua Hin, Thailand. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Hua Hin Airport operates on Asia/Bangkok local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Hua Hin Airport sits at latitude 12.630° and longitude 99.950°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from HHQ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for HHQ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from HHQ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is ตำบลหัวหิน, ประจวบคีรีขันธ์, 77110, Thailand, the phone number is +66 32 520 180, the official website is http://www.huahin-airport.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Thailand. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.