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Kostanay International Airport

Kostanay, Kazakhstan

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Kostanay International Airport

Kostanay, Kazakhstan
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Northern Kazakhstan's gateway connecting Kostanay to the world.

Location
Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Kostanay International Airport (IATA: KSN, ICAO: UAUU) serves the city of Kostanay in northern Kazakhstan, acting as the primary air gateway for the Kostanay Region. It handles both domestic and a limited number of international flights, supporting the region's agricultural and industrial economy. The airport operates scheduled services to major Kazakhstani cities including Almaty and Nur-Sultan (Astana), as well as some international destinations. It plays an important role in connecting this relatively remote northern region to the rest of Kazakhstan and beyond. The facility is a relatively modest-sized airport by international standards, with infrastructure reflective of regional demand. Upgrades and modernization efforts have been undertaken over the years to improve capacity and passenger experience.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Kostanay city center is primarily served by taxis and shuttle services, with the airport located a short distance from the city.
Airlines here
Air Astana and SCAT Airlines are among the primary carriers operating scheduled services through Kostanay International Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Kostanay International Airport serves the Kostanay Region, one of Kazakhstan's major grain-producing areas.
  • ›The airport holds international status, handling both domestic and cross-border flights.
  • ›ICAO code UAUU places it within the Kazakhstani airspace designation block.
  • ›The airport supports cargo operations in addition to passenger services.
  • ›Kostanay is situated near the Russian border, giving the airport some regional cross-border significance.
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Gateway to the Kazakh steppe, where vast skies meet northern plains

Kostanay International Airport serves the northern Kazakh city of Kostanay, an industrial and agricultural hub close to the Russian border. The airport has modest but functional infrastructure supporting regional connectivity within Kazakhstan and limited international routes. It plays a vital role for a city whose economy is driven by grain production, mining, and manufacturing.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling both domestic and international departures and arrivals with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available at the terminal exit — negotiate fare before boarding
  • Shared minibuses (marshrutkas) connecting the airport to the city centre
  • Private car hire arranged through local agencies in the city
  • Hotel shuttle transfers available from select Kostanay hotels on request
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Kostanay
  • Irtysh Hotel
  • Park Hotel Kostanay
  • Comfort Hotel Kostanay
Dining

Dining options inside the airport are limited to a small café offering hot drinks, snacks, and simple Kazakh dishes. Travellers seeking a fuller meal are advised to eat in the city before arriving, as the terminal's food offering is basic. The city centre has a growing selection of local restaurants serving traditional Kazakh cuisine including beshbarmak and samsa.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before domestic flights as check-in procedures can be slow during peak periods.
  • Carry local currency (Kazakhstani tenge) as card payment terminals may be unreliable at smaller airport vendors.
  • Winters in Kostanay are severe — dress in heavy layers and check for weather-related flight delays between November and March.
  • Pre-book your taxi from the city rather than relying solely on airport-side availability, especially for early morning departures.
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KSN → ALADV · CRJ
KSN → TSEKC · E90
KSN → VKOUN · 73G
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