Nakhchivan International Airport (UBBN)
Large airport · Nakhchivan, Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Azerbaijan
Airport data
| Name | Nakhchivan International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UBBN |
| IATA | NAJ |
| Elevation | 2,863 ft (873 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 39°11'20" E 45°27'30" 39.18880, 45.45840 |
| Location | Nakhchivan, Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Azerbaijan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14L/32R | 10,826 ft (3300 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 14R/32L | 10,826 ft (3300 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Nakhchivan International Airport at a glance
Nakhchivan International Airport is a large airport in Nakhchivan, Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Azerbaijan, known to airline systems as NAJ. The field elevation of 2,863 ft (873 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UBBN are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 14L/32R — offers 10,826 ft (3300 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 14L points roughly 140° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UBBN 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 Nakhchivan International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Maku National Airport | OITU | 46 km (25 NM) |
| Lachin International Airport | UBLC | 110 km (59 NM) |
| Erebuni Airport | UDYE | 134 km (72 NM) |
| Tabriz International Airport | OITT | 135 km (73 NM) |
| Khojaly Airport | UBBS | 139 km (75 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Nakhchivan International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,863 ft field elevation of Nakhchivan 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 14 airports and airfields we list for Azerbaijan — 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 Nakhchivan International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Nakhchivan International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Nakhchivan International Airport is UBBN, and its IATA code is NAJ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Nakhchivan International Airport above sea level?
Nakhchivan International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,863 feet (873 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Nakhchivan International Airport located?
The airport lies at 39.1888, 45.4584 — in Nakhchivan, Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Azerbaijan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Maku National Airport, about 46 km away.
Does UBBN publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UBBN 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 Nakhchivan International Airport?
Nakhchivan International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 14L/32R, measures 10,826 ft (3300 m) with a ASP surface.