Taraz International Airport (UADD)
Large airport · Taraz, Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan
Airport data
| Name | Taraz International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UADD |
| IATA | DMB |
| Elevation | 2,184 ft (666 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 42°51'13" E 71°18'13" 42.85360, 71.30360 |
| Location | Taraz, Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 9,514 ft (2900 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Taraz International Airport at a glance
Taraz International Airport is a large airport in Taraz, Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan, known to airline systems as DMB. The field elevation of 2,184 ft (666 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UADD are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 13/31, offers 9,514 ft (2900 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 13 points roughly 130° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UADD shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Taraz International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shymkent International Airport | UAII | 159 km (86 NM) |
| Namangan International Airport | UZFN | 209 km (113 NM) |
| Hazrat Sultan International Airport | UAIT | 229 km (124 NM) |
| Tashkent-Khumo International Airport | UZTP | 233 km (126 NM) |
| Tashkent International Airport | UZTT | 244 km (132 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Taraz International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,184 ft field elevation of Taraz International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 28 airports and airfields we list for Kazakhstan — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Taraz International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Taraz International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Taraz International Airport is UADD, and its IATA code is DMB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Taraz International Airport above sea level?
Taraz International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,184 feet (666 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Taraz International Airport located?
The airport lies at 42.8536, 71.3036 — in Taraz, Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Shymkent International Airport, about 159 km away.
Does UADD publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UADD appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Taraz International Airport?
Taraz International Airport has one runway. The longest, 13/31, measures 9,514 ft (2900 m) with a ASP surface.