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Western Kazakhstan's main international gateway serving Uralsk.
Location
Uralsk, Kazakhstan
Manshuk Mametova International Airport (IATA: URA, ICAO: UARR) is the primary commercial airport serving Uralsk, the capital of West Kazakhstan Region in northwestern Kazakhstan. The airport is named after Manshuk Mametova, a celebrated Soviet Kazakh sniper and Hero of the Soviet Union during World War II.
The airport handles both domestic and limited international flights, connecting Uralsk with Almaty, Astana, and select destinations. It plays an important role in the regional economy and serves the oil and gas sector workers operating in the West Kazakhstan area.
The facility has undergone modernization efforts in line with Kazakhstan's broader aviation infrastructure development, though it remains a relatively small regional airport compared to major Kazakh hubs such as Almaty and Astana.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Uralsk city centre is available via taxis and private transfers, with limited public bus options.
Airlines here
Air Astana and SCAT Airlines are among the primary carriers offering scheduled services through Uralsk.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Manshuk Mametova, a Hero of the Soviet Union and celebrated Kazakh sniper of World War II.
- ›Serves as the main aviation hub for West Kazakhstan Region.
- ›The airport supports the local oil and gas industry by connecting workers and executives to major Kazakh cities.
- ›ICAO code UARR places it within the Kazakh air traffic control region.
- ›Uralsk (Oral) is one of the oldest cities in Kazakhstan, situated near the Russia-Kazakhstan border.
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