Roman Tmetuchl International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 16m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Roman Tmetuchl International Airport
Roman Tmetuchl International Airport, also known as Palau International Airport, is the main airport of Palau. It is located in Yelch, Airai State on Babeldaob island, near the former capital Koror. The airport is 4 miles (6 km) from Koror and 15 miles (25 km) from Ngerulmud.
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Live weather
PTRONOTAMs
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NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 7,200 ft / 2,195 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| FSS | KOROR RDO | 123.600 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: ENE (from about 67.5°), on 18% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60% | 1,754 ft | |
| Feb | 56% | 1,722 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | 1,742 ft | |
| Apr | 67% | 1,771 ft | |
| May | 59% | 1,767 ft | |
| Jun | 63% | 1,717 ft | |
| Jul | 57% | 1,747 ft | |
| Aug | 60% | 1,742 ft | |
| Sep | 66% | 1,784 ft | |
| Oct | 61% | 1,767 ft | |
| Nov | 63% | 1,796 ft | |
| Dec | 60% | 1,791 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,717–1,796 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Roman Tmetuchl International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Roman Tmetuchl International Airport?
The ICAO code for Roman Tmetuchl International Airport is PTRO, and its IATA code is ROR.
Where is Roman Tmetuchl International Airport located?
Roman Tmetuchl International Airport is large airport located in Babelthuap Island, Palau, at an elevation of 176 ft (54 m).
How many runways does Roman Tmetuchl International Airport have?
Roman Tmetuchl International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,200 ft / 2,195 m.
Which airlines fly to Roman Tmetuchl International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Roman Tmetuchl International Airport include Air France, Asiana Airlines, China Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, among 8 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Roman Tmetuchl International Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Roman Tmetuchl International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Roman Tmetuchl International Airport in?
Roman Tmetuchl International Airport is in the Pacific/Palau time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Roman Tmetuchl International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Roman Tmetuchl International Airport is approximately 0.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Roman Tmetuchl International Airport?
The nearest airport to Roman Tmetuchl International Airport is Peleliu Airport (C23), about 28.9 nm to the sw, followed by Angaur.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Roman Tmetuchl International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.