Makhachkala Uytash International Airport (URML)
Large airport · Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Makhachkala Uytash International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | URML |
| IATA | MCX |
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 42°49'0" E 47°39'8" 42.81680, 47.65230 |
| Location | Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 8,662 ft (2640 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Makhachkala Uytash International Airport at a glance
Makhachkala Uytash International Airport is a large airport in Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russia, known to airline systems as MCX. The field elevation of 12 ft (4 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at URML 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 8,662 ft (2640 m) of con 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 URML 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 Makhachkala Uytash 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 | 161 km (87 NM) |
| Zaqatala International Airport | UBBY | 162 km (87 NM) |
| Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport | URMG | 171 km (92 NM) |
| Bolshiye Shiraki Air Base | UG28 | 192 km (104 NM) |
| Magas Airport | URMS | 222 km (120 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Makhachkala Uytash International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 12 ft field elevation of Makhachkala Uytash 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 Makhachkala Uytash International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Makhachkala Uytash International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Makhachkala Uytash International Airport is URML, and its IATA code is MCX. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Makhachkala Uytash International Airport above sea level?
Makhachkala Uytash International Airport sits at an elevation of 12 feet (4 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Makhachkala Uytash International Airport located?
The airport lies at 42.8168, 47.6523 — in Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Khankala Air Base, about 161 km away.
Does URML publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for URML 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 Makhachkala Uytash International Airport?
Makhachkala Uytash International Airport has one runway. The longest, 14/32, measures 8,662 ft (2640 m) with a CON surface.