IATA Code
YKO
ICAO Code
LTCW
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Hakkari Yüksekova Airport in southeastern Turkey is a regional airport serving the Hakkari province and nearby border region. It primarily handles domestic flights and has modest passenger throughput compared with larger Turkish airports.

Hakkari Yüksekova Airport
Elevation: 1950 m
37.5497, 44.2381

Terminal Guide for Hakkari Yüksekova Airport #

The airport uses a single passenger terminal where arrivals and departures are processed. The terminal is compact and functional, containing check-in, security and baggage claim areas close together for short transfer times. Expect limited gate areas and straightforward walking routes between zones.

Getting to and From Hakkari Yüksekova Airport #

Ground transport typically includes taxis and private car transfers; travel times to nearby towns depend on the destination and local road conditions.

  • Taxi / private car: Main option for arriving passengers; fares and availability vary by time of day.
  • Shuttle / hotel transfer: Some hotels or local operators may offer transfer services-confirm when booking.
  • Public transport: Regular public bus services to the airport are unlikely or limited in frequency.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Hakkari Yüksekova Airport #

Facilities are basic: a passenger waiting area, restrooms and a small café or kiosk may be present. Retail and lounges are unlikely. Wi‑Fi availability is variable; charging points may be limited. Accessibility assistance should be requested in advance through the airline.

Tips for Hakkari Yüksekova Airport #

  • Flights serving Hakkari/Yüksekova can be subject to seasonal or schedule changes - confirm timings before travel.
  • The airport is used mainly for domestic regional service; ground transport options in remote areas may be limited-arrange transfers in advance.
  • Carry identification and be prepared for basic terminal facilities; language support may be limited.

Weather & Climate near Hakkari Yüksekova Airport #

Climate

Hakkari Yüksekova Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (667 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 81 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -10° - -2° -8° 73 mm overcast 80% 1.5 m/s 0.4 low 9.8h
February Poor -8° - 0° -7° 91 mm overcast 78% 1.7 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.7h
March Poor -3° - 5° -2° 98 mm overcast 72% 2.1 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.8h
April Poor 3° - 13° 7° 102 mm overcast 68% 2.4 m/s 1.4 high 13.0h
May Good 8° - 19° 13° 55 mm partly cloudy 59% 2.1 m/s 1.9 very high 14.0h
June Ideal 12° - 25° 18° 14 mm mostly sunny 42% 2.3 m/s 2.6 extreme 14.5h
July Ideal 16° - 30° 23° 6 mm mostly sunny 35% 2.4 m/s 2.6 extreme 14.3h
August Ideal 15° - 30° 23° 7 mm mostly sunny 34% 2.3 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.4h
September Ideal 11° - 27° 19° 6 mm mostly sunny 36% 2.0 m/s 1.7 very high 12.3h
October Very Good 6° - 19° 12° 51 mm partly cloudy 53% 1.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.1h
November Acceptable 0° - 10° 4° 81 mm partly cloudy 67% 1.6 m/s 0.5 low 10.0h
December Poor -6° - 2° -4° 83 mm partly cloudy 76% 1.4 m/s 0.3 low 9.5h

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