Atyrau International Airport (UATG)
Large airport · Atyrau, Atyrau Region, Kazakhstan
Airport data
| Name | Atyrau International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UATG |
| IATA | GUW |
| Elevation | -72 ft (-22 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 47°7'17" E 51°49'13" 47.12132, 51.82034 |
| Location | Atyrau, Atyrau Region, Kazakhstan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 9,842 ft (3000 m) | 144 ft | ASP | Yes |
Atyrau International Airport at a glance
Atyrau International Airport is a large airport in Atyrau, Atyrau Region, Kazakhstan, known to airline systems as GUW. The field elevation of -72 ft (-22 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UATG 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, 14/32, offers 9,842 ft (3000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 14 points roughly 140° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UATG 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 Atyrau International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Astrakhan Narimanovo Boris M. Kustodiev International Airport | URWA | 305 km (165 NM) |
| Privolzhskiy Air Base | RU-0303 | 310 km (167 NM) |
| Aktau International Airport | UATE | 367 km (198 NM) |
| Akhtubinsk Air Base | RU-0380 | 438 km (237 NM) |
| Manshuk Mametova International Airport | UARR | 449 km (242 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Atyrau International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the -72 ft field elevation of Atyrau 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 Atyrau International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Atyrau International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Atyrau International Airport is UATG, and its IATA code is GUW. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Atyrau International Airport above sea level?
Atyrau International Airport sits at an elevation of -72 feet (-22 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Atyrau International Airport located?
The airport lies at 47.1213, 51.8203 — in Atyrau, Atyrau Region, Kazakhstan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Astrakhan Narimanovo Boris M. Kustodiev International Airport, about 305 km away.
Does UATG publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UATG 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 Atyrau International Airport?
Atyrau International Airport has one runway. The longest, 14/32, measures 9,842 ft (3000 m) with a ASP surface.