Turkmenbaşy International Airport — Turkmenbaşy, Turkmenistan
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Distance & flight time from KRW
Turkmenbaşy International Airport
Turkmenbaşy International Airport serves the port city of Turkmenbaşy on the Caspian Sea coast in Turkmenistan's Balkan Region. At an elevation of about 279 feet, it has two concrete runways, the longer around 11,483 feet, sized to handle international traffic for a city that is a key maritime gateway on the eastern Caspian. Turkmenbaşy is important for shipping and for the country's growing coastal tourism, and its airport links the region to Ashgabat and destinations abroad. The KRW code identifies this Caspian-coast field, supporting travel to a part of Turkmenistan whose role in trade and transport across the sea gives it particular significance within the country.
Runways at Turkmenbaşy International Airport (KRW)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16L/34R | 8202 ft (2500 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | CON |
| 16R/34L | 11483 ft (3500 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Turkmenbaşy International Airport (KRW)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| MISC | TRANSIT | 131.9 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124 MHz |
Airports near Turkmenbaşy International Airport (KRW)
- Balkanabat International Airport (BKN) — 110.9 km (68.9 mi)
- Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) — 254.7 km (158.3 mi)
- Zabrat Airport (ZXT) — 261.3 km (162.4 mi)
- Gorgan Airport (GBT) — 371.1 km (230.6 mi)
- Sari Dasht-e Naz International Airport (SRY) — 380.4 km (236.4 mi)
- Nowshahr Airport (NSH) — 401.1 km (249.2 mi)
- Ramsar Airport (RZR) — 404.7 km (251.5 mi)
- Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (RAS) — 423.3 km (263.0 mi)
The KRW code helps confirm Turkmenbaşy's international airport when booking flights to Turkmenistan's Caspian coast. It keeps this Balkan Region gateway distinct from Ashgabat on tickets and connection planning.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Turkmenbaşy International Airport?
The IATA code for Turkmenbaşy International Airport is KRW.
What is the ICAO code for Turkmenbaşy International Airport?
The ICAO code for Turkmenbaşy International Airport is UTAK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.