Cheboksary Airport — Cheboksary, Russia
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Distance & flight time from CSY
Cheboksary Airport
Capital of the Chuvash Republic along the Volga River, Cheboksary relies on CSY for the bulk of its air links to the rest of Russia, chiefly Moscow. Built during the Soviet period, the airport has seen periodic renovation to its terminal and runway surface without expanding into a major hub, reflecting the modest population it serves. Domestic carriers operate a limited schedule, and seasonal charter flights occasionally supplement the regular routes. The airfield remains a practical alternative to the longer road or rail journey toward larger aviation centers such as Kazan or Nizhny Novgorod.
Runways at Cheboksary Airport (CSY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 8241 ft (2512 m) | 161 ft (49 m) | ASP |
| 06R/24L | 4950 ft (1509 m) | 270 ft (82 m) | GRS |
Radio frequencies for Cheboksary Airport (CSY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 119.3 MHz |
Airports near Cheboksary Airport (CSY)
- Yoshkar-Ola Airport (JOK) — 76.0 km (47.2 mi)
- Kazan International Airport (KZN) — 132.0 km (82.0 mi)
- Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport (ULY) — 209.3 km (130.1 mi)
- Ulyanovsk Baratayevka Airport (ULV) — 209.9 km (130.4 mi)
- Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport (GOJ) — 221.1 km (137.4 mi)
- Saransk International Airport (SKX) — 257.3 km (159.9 mi)
- Pobedilovo Airport (KVX) — 294.0 km (182.7 mi)
- Begishevo Airport (NBC) — 302.0 km (187.7 mi)
CSY features a single paved runway and sits a few kilometers from downtown Cheboksary; Kazan International Airport lies roughly 100 kilometers to the southeast.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Cheboksary Airport?
The IATA code for Cheboksary Airport is CSY.
What is the ICAO code for Cheboksary Airport?
The ICAO code for Cheboksary Airport is UWKS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.