Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport (URMG)
Large airport · Grozny, Chechen Republic, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | URMG |
| IATA | GRV |
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 43°23'17" E 45°41'59" 43.38811, 45.69977 |
| Location | Grozny, Chechen Republic, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
About Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport on Wikipedia
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 8,202 ft (2500 m) | 148 ft | Concrete | Yes |
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport at a glance
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport is a large airport in Grozny, Chechen Republic, Russia, known to airline systems as GRV. The field elevation of 548 ft (167 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at URMG 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, 08/26, offers 8,202 ft (2500 m) of concrete surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08 points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for URMG 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 Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Khankala Air Base | XRMU | 12 km (6 NM) |
| Magas Airport | URMS | 56 km (30 NM) |
| Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport | URMO | 91 km (49 NM) |
| Mozdok Air Base | RU-0152 | 99 km (53 NM) |
| Nalchik Airport | URMN | 167 km (90 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 548 ft field elevation of Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny 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 255 airports and airfields we list for Russia — 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 Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport is URMG, and its IATA code is GRV. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport above sea level?
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport located?
The airport lies at 43.3881, 45.6998 — in Grozny, Chechen Republic, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Khankala Air Base, about 12 km away.
Does URMG publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for URMG 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 Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport?
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport has one runway. The longest, 08/26, measures 8,202 ft (2500 m) with a Concrete surface.