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Siberia's main gateway serving Krasnoyarsk and Central Russia.
Opened
1980
Location
Krasnoyarsk, Russia
Krasnoyarsk International Airport, also known as Yemelyanovo Airport, is the primary commercial airport serving the city of Krasnoyarsk, the administrative center of Krasnoyarsk Krai in central Siberia. It handles both domestic and international passenger and cargo traffic, functioning as a key hub for the region.
The airport is located approximately 30 kilometers northwest of central Krasnoyarsk and has undergone modernization efforts to improve passenger capacity and facilities. It serves as an important transit point for flights crossing Siberia, including routes between Europe and Asia.
Aeroflot and its subsidiaries, along with S7 Airlines and other Russian carriers, operate routes through Yemelyanovo, connecting Krasnoyarsk to Moscow, other Russian cities, and select international destinations.
Terminals
The airport operates a main passenger terminal handling both domestic and international flights, with separate areas for each traffic type.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include bus and shuttle services connecting the airport to central Krasnoyarsk, approximately 30 kilometers away, as well as taxis and car rental services.
Airlines here
Major airlines operating at KJA include Aeroflot, S7 Airlines, Ural Airlines, and NordStar Airlines, among other Russian carriers.
Notable facts
- ›The airport's official name is Yemelyanovo Airport, named after the nearby settlement.
- ›It is one of the largest airports in Siberia by passenger throughput.
- ›The airport serves as a base for NordStar Airlines, a regional Siberian carrier.
- ›Krasnoyarsk's geographic position makes it a natural stopover for trans-Siberian air routes.
- ›The airport handles significant cargo volumes due to Krasnoyarsk's industrial importance.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
