Manas International Airport (UCFM)
Large airport · Bishkek, Chuy Region, Kyrgyzstan
Airport data
| Name | Manas International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UCFM |
| IATA | BSZ |
| Elevation | 2,058 ft (627 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 43°3'41" E 74°28'39" 43.06130, 74.47760 |
| Location | Bishkek, Chuy Region, Kyrgyzstan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 13,780 ft (4200 m) | 180 ft | CON | Yes |
Manas International Airport at a glance
Manas International Airport is a large airport in Bishkek, Chuy Region, Kyrgyzstan, known to airline systems as BSZ. The field elevation of 2,058 ft (627 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UCFM 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, 07/25, offers 13,780 ft (4200 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 07 points roughly 70° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UCFM 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 Manas International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kant Air Base | UAFW | 38 km (21 NM) |
| Issyk-Kul International Airport | UCFL | 189 km (102 NM) |
| Almaty International Airport | UAAA | 210 km (113 NM) |
| Taraz International Airport | UADD | 259 km (140 NM) |
| Jalal-Abad Airport | UCFD | 266 km (144 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Manas International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,058 ft field elevation of Manas 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 7 airports and airfields we list for Kyrgyzstan — 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 Manas International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Manas International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Manas International Airport is UCFM, and its IATA code is BSZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Manas International Airport above sea level?
Manas International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,058 feet (627 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Manas International Airport located?
The airport lies at 43.0613, 74.4776 — in Bishkek, Chuy Region, Kyrgyzstan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Kant Air Base, about 38 km away.
Does UCFM publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UCFM 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 Manas International Airport?
Manas International Airport has one runway. The longest, 07/25, measures 13,780 ft (4200 m) with a CON surface.