Laoag International Airport (IATA: LAO, ICAO: RPLI) is the primary airport serving Laoag City, the capital of Ilocos Norte province in northwestern Luzon, Philippines. It handles both domestic and limited international traffic, connecting the Ilocos Region to Manila and select international destinations. The airport is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and has historically served charter and scheduled international flights, particularly to Taiwan and other East Asian destinations catering to the Ilocano diaspora and tourism. It plays an important role in supporting the region's tourism industry, which includes attractions such as the Paoay Church, Bangui Wind Farm, and the Ilocos Norte sand dunes.