Manshuk Mametova International Airport (UARR)
Large airport · Uralsk, West Kazakhstan Region, Kazakhstan
Airport data
| Name | Manshuk Mametova International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UARR |
| IATA | URA |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 51°9'7" E 51°32'37" 51.15198, 51.54365 |
| Location | Uralsk, West Kazakhstan Region, Kazakhstan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 9,183 ft (2799 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Manshuk Mametova International Airport at a glance
Manshuk Mametova International Airport is a large airport in Uralsk, West Kazakhstan Region, Kazakhstan, known to airline systems as URA. The field elevation of 125 ft (38 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UARR 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, 04/22, offers 9,183 ft (2799 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UARR 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 Manshuk Mametova International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bobrovka Air Base | XWWO | 229 km (124 NM) |
| Samara Kryazh Air Base | RU-2344 | 239 km (129 NM) |
| Bezymyanka Airfield | UWWG | 244 km (132 NM) |
| Balakovo Airport | UWSB | 274 km (148 NM) |
| Kurumoch International Airport | UWWW | 278 km (150 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Manshuk Mametova International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 125 ft field elevation of Manshuk Mametova 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 Manshuk Mametova International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Manshuk Mametova International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Manshuk Mametova International Airport is UARR, and its IATA code is URA. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Manshuk Mametova International Airport above sea level?
Manshuk Mametova International Airport sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Manshuk Mametova International Airport located?
The airport lies at 51.1520, 51.5437 — in Uralsk, West Kazakhstan Region, Kazakhstan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Bobrovka Air Base, about 229 km away.
Does UARR publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UARR 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 Manshuk Mametova International Airport?
Manshuk Mametova International Airport has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 9,183 ft (2799 m) with a CON surface.