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Gateway to Transbaikalia in Russia's Far East region.
Opened
1929
Location
Chita, Russia
Chita-Kadala International Airport (IATA: HTA, ICAO: UIAA) serves Chita, the administrative center of Zabaykalsky Krai in Russia's Transbaikalia region. It is the primary commercial airport for the region, handling both domestic and limited international flights.
The airport is located approximately 17 kilometers from the center of Chita. It operates scheduled domestic routes primarily to major Russian cities including Moscow, Novosibirsk, and other regional destinations.
Despite its international designation, the airport primarily handles domestic Russian traffic, with its international operations being modest. The facility has undergone periodic modernization efforts as part of broader Russian regional airport development programs.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Chita city center is available via taxi and shuttle bus services covering the approximately 17-kilometer journey.
Airlines here
Aeroflot and its subsidiary Rossiya Airlines, along with S7 Airlines and Yakutia Airlines, operate scheduled services from Chita-Kadala.
Notable facts
- ›Located in Zabaykalsky Krai, a region bordering China and Mongolia.
- ›The airport has an elevation of approximately 2,272 feet (693 meters) above sea level.
- ›Chita is a historically significant city along the Trans-Siberian Railway corridor.
- ›The airport handles relatively low annual passenger volumes typical of a regional Russian city.
- ›International status allows for potential cross-border flights to China and Mongolia.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
