Chernivtsi International Airport (UKLN)
Medium airport · Chernivtsi, Chernivtsi Oblast, Ukraine
Airport data
| Name | Chernivtsi International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UKLN |
| IATA | CWC |
| Elevation | 826 ft (252 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 48°15'33" E 25°58'51" 48.25930, 25.98080 |
| Location | Chernivtsi, Chernivtsi Oblast, Ukraine |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 7,270 ft (2216 m) | 138 ft | ASP | Yes |
Chernivtsi International Airport at a glance
Chernivtsi International Airport is a medium airport in Chernivtsi, Chernivtsi Oblast, Ukraine, known to airline systems as CWC. The field elevation of 826 ft (252 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UKLN 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, 15/33, offers 7,270 ft (2216 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 15 points roughly 150° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UKLN 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 Chernivtsi International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Suceava Ștefan cel Mare International Airport | LRSV | 69 km (37 NM) |
| Ivano-Frankivsk International Airport | UKLI | 118 km (64 NM) |
| Khmelnytskyi Airport | UKLH | 141 km (76 NM) |
| Bălți-Leadoveni International Airport | LUBL | 142 km (77 NM) |
| Mărculești Air Base | LUBM | 172 km (93 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Chernivtsi International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 826 ft field elevation of Chernivtsi 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 32 airports and airfields we list for Ukraine — 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 Chernivtsi International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Chernivtsi International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Chernivtsi International Airport is UKLN, and its IATA code is CWC. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Chernivtsi International Airport above sea level?
Chernivtsi International Airport sits at an elevation of 826 feet (252 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Chernivtsi International Airport located?
The airport lies at 48.2593, 25.9808 — in Chernivtsi, Chernivtsi Oblast, Ukraine, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Suceava Ștefan cel Mare International Airport, about 69 km away.
Does UKLN publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UKLN 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 Chernivtsi International Airport?
Chernivtsi International Airport has one runway. The longest, 15/33, measures 7,270 ft (2216 m) with a ASP surface.