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Manshuk Mametova International Airport

Uralsk, Kazakhstan

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Manshuk Mametova International Airport

Uralsk, Kazakhstan
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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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Gateway to the ancient steppe city on the Ural River

Manshuk Mametova International Airport serves Uralsk, one of Kazakhstan's oldest cities, situated on the border of Europe and Asia along the Ural River. Named after Soviet war heroine Manshuk Mametova, the airport plays a key regional role connecting western Kazakhstan to Almaty, Astana, and select international destinations. It is a modest but functional facility catering to both business travellers and the local Kazakh population of the West Kazakhstan Region.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single consolidated terminal handling all domestic and international arrivals and departures with basic amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal (pre-negotiate fare or use metered cabs)
  • Private car hire arranged through local operators
  • Hotel shuttle transfers available from select Uralsk hotels
  • City bus routes connecting airport to central Uralsk
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Ural
  • Chagala Hotel Uralsk
  • Hotel Kazakhstan Uralsk
  • Renaissance Uralsk Hotel
Dining

The airport terminal offers a small café serving Kazakh staples such as beshbarmak, samsa, and tea, alongside light snacks and beverages. Options within the terminal are limited, so travellers are advised to dine in Uralsk city centre before heading to the airport. The nearby city offers a growing number of restaurants serving traditional Kazakh, Russian, and international cuisine.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure as check-in counters can be slow during peak travel periods.
  • Carry local Kazakh tenge in cash, as card payment acceptance at smaller vendors may be unreliable.
  • Uralsk's climate is extreme — pack for harsh winters and hot summers depending on your travel season.
  • Confirm your flight status in advance as schedules on regional routes can be subject to change.
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Routes

URA → SCODV · AN4
URA → TSEZ9 · 100
URA → GUWZ9 · 100
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