Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 16h 41m 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 Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport
Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport is an airport in Russia located 28 kilometres (17 mi) northeast of Ulyanovsk. Its runway is tied with Shigatse Peace Airport in China as the longest public use runway in the world with a length of 5,000 metres (16,000 ft). The runway is also the widest, with a total width of about 105 metres (344 ft). The airport also features a very long taxiway that connects to the local Aviastar plant. This airport is mainly a cargo airport. It was founded in 1983 as a test site for the neighbouring Aviastar plant. It is a base for Volga-Dnepr Airlines. Also located here is Aviastar-SP, the manufacturer of the Antonov An-124 and Tupolev Tu-204.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
UWLWLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 16,404 ft / 5,000 m | 323 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | ULYANOVSK APP | 127.300 MHz |
| RDR | KRUG | 126.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.200 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 272 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 305 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 249 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 118 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 217 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 243 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 472 ft | 223 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport?
The ICAO code for Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport is UWLW, and its IATA code is ULY.
Where is Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport located?
Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport is medium airport located in Cherdakly, Russia, at an elevation of 252 ft (77 m).
How many runways does Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport have?
Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 16,404 ft / 5,000 m.
What time zone is Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport in?
Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport is in the Europe/Moscow time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport is approximately 13.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport?
The nearest airport to Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport is Bely Klyuch Airfield (RU-0281), about 20.9 nm to the sw, followed by Ulyanovsk Baratayevka Airport and Soldatskaya Tashla Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.