Dashoguz International Airport — Daşoguz, Turkmenistan
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Distance & flight time from TAZ
Dashoguz International Airport
Dashoguz International Airport, identified by the code TAZ, provides air access to northern Turkmenistan from a location near the Uzbekistan border, in the historic Khorezm oasis region. The city of Dashoguz itself serves as an administrative and agricultural center for the surrounding province, an area long shaped by irrigation from the Amu Darya river that sustains farming across an otherwise arid, desert-fringed landscape. TAZ is primarily used for domestic connections to the capital, Ashgabat, operated by Turkmenistan Airlines, though the airport also functions as a practical entry point for travelers heading to the nearby ruins of Konye-Urgench, a UNESCO World Heritage site containing mausoleums and minarets from the medieval Khwarezmian era. Compared with airports in Turkmenistan's larger cities, Dashoguz sees modest passenger volumes, reflecting the relatively remote and sparsely populated character of the surrounding desert region.
Runways at Dashoguz International Airport (TAZ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 12467 ft (3800 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for Dashoguz International Airport (TAZ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 130.4 MHz |
| TCA | TRANSIT | 131.7 MHz |
Airports near Dashoguz International Airport (TAZ)
- Urgench International Airport (UGC) — 69.9 km (43.4 mi)
- Nukus International Airport (NCU) — 82.9 km (51.5 mi)
- Ashgabat International Airport (ASB) — 438.0 km (272.2 mi)
- Türkmenabat International Airport (CRZ) — 445.8 km (277.0 mi)
- Bukhara International Airport (BHK) — 449.1 km (279.1 mi)
- Navoi International Airport (NVI) — 483.9 km (300.7 mi)
- Mary International Airport (MYP) — 492.5 km (306.0 mi)
- Baikonur Krayniy International Airport (BXY) — 507.9 km (315.6 mi)
TAZ connects Dashoguz to Ashgabat via domestic Turkmenistan Airlines routes and serves as the nearest airport for visitors touring the medieval ruins of Konye-Urgench, near the Uzbek border.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Dashoguz International Airport?
The IATA code for Dashoguz International Airport is TAZ.
What is the ICAO code for Dashoguz International Airport?
The ICAO code for Dashoguz International Airport is UTAT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.