Sialkot International Airport
SKT / OPST
Sialkot International Airport (SKT) is a privately owned commercial airport serving Sialkot and the surrounding industrial region. It handles passenger and substantial cargo traffic and caters to regional and international services.
Terminal Guide for Sialkot International Airport #
Passenger operations are handled from a single terminal building that combines arrivals and departures with the usual landside check‑in area and a compact airside departures hall. Facilities are oriented to short‑haul and charter traffic.
Getting to and From Sialkot International Airport #
Taxis, prearranged airport transfers and private cars are the main transport options; the city centre is typically reachable within 15-25 minutes depending on traffic. Scheduled public bus links are limited and ride‑hailing availability can vary by operator.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sialkot International Airport #
The terminal offers basic passenger amenities: check‑in counters, small cafés/kiosks, car hire desks and cargo handling facilities. Expect limited lounge options and modest retail; services expand modestly during peak international arrivals.
Tips for Sialkot International Airport #
- Sialkot International is Pakistan’s privately operated commercial airport - cargo operations are significant, so allow extra time if arriving during busy cargo periods.
- Taxis and prearranged cars are the usual way into Sialkot city; confirm fares in advance and carry Pakistani rupees.
Weather & Climate near Sialkot International Airport #
Sialkot International Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 40°C. Moderate rainfall (866 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 4° - 18° | 11° | 44 mm | some cloud | 45% | 1.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 8° - 21° | 14° | 44 mm | some cloud | 49% | 1.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Excellent | 12° - 26° | 19° | 45 mm | some cloud | 45% | 1.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 18° - 33° | 25° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 37% | 1.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Excellent | 22° - 38° | 30° | 23 mm | some cloud | 25% | 1.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Very Good | 26° - 40° | 33° | 59 mm | some cloud | 32% | 1.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Good | 26° - 35° | 33° | 241 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Good | 25° - 34° | 33° | 247 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.2h |
| September | Very Good | 23° - 33° | 30° | 96 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 0.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 16° - 31° | 24° | 12 mm | clear | 43% | 0.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Ideal | 10° - 26° | 18° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 37% | 0.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Excellent | 5° - 21° | 13° | 23 mm | mostly sunny | 38% | 0.6 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 9.9h |
