Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 20m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport
Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport, formerly known as Sukhumi Babushara and Sukhumi Dranda is the main airport of Abkhazia. It is located in the village of Babushara next to the larger village of Dranda and some 20 kilometres (12 mi) from Sukhumi, the capital of the unrecognised republic of Abkhazia.
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Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: UGKO.
Live weather
UGKONOTAMs
UGKOReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 12,012 ft / 3,661 m | 172 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 37% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 85% | -1,155 ft | |
| Feb | 78% | -1,065 ft | |
| Mar | 81% | -686 ft | |
| Apr | 84% | -263 ft | |
| May | 84% | 295 ft | |
| Jun | 88% | 946 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 1,246 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,320 ft | |
| Sep | 91% | 798 ft | |
| Oct | 88% | 41 ft | |
| Nov | 88% | -538 ft | |
| Dec | 87% | -916 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,155–1,320 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport?
The ICAO code for Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport is UGSS, and its IATA code is SUI.
Where is Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport located?
Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport is medium airport located in Sukhumi, Georgia, at an elevation of 53 ft (16 m).
How many runways does Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport have?
Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 12,012 ft / 3,661 m.
What time zone is Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport in?
Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport is in the Asia/Tbilisi time zone (UTC+04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport is approximately 7.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport?
The nearest airport to Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport is Gudauta Air Base (UG0U), about 28.3 nm to the wnw, followed by Pskhu Airport and Sedmoye Nebo Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.