Sochi International Airport (URSS)
Large airport · Sochi, Krasnodar Krai, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Sochi International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | URSS |
| IATA | AER |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 43°26'60" E 39°57'24" 43.44990, 39.95660 |
| Location | Sochi, Krasnodar Krai, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 8,202 ft (2500 m) | 161 ft | CON | Yes |
| 06/24 | 9,498 ft (2895 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Sochi International Airport at a glance
Sochi International Airport is a large airport in Sochi, Krasnodar Krai, Russia, known to airline systems as AER. The field elevation of 89 ft (27 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at URSS 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 — 06/24 — offers 9,498 ft (2895 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 06 points roughly 60° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for URSS 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 Sochi International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gudauta Air Base | UGSG | 63 km (34 NM) |
| Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport | UGSS | 116 km (63 NM) |
| Khanskaya Air Base | RU-10062 | 137 km (74 NM) |
| Krasnodar Pashkovsky International Airport | URKK | 187 km (101 NM) |
| Krasnodar Central Air Base | RU-0090 | 199 km (107 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Sochi International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 89 ft field elevation of Sochi 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 Sochi International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Sochi International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Sochi International Airport is URSS, and its IATA code is AER. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Sochi International Airport above sea level?
Sochi International Airport sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Sochi International Airport located?
The airport lies at 43.4499, 39.9566 — in Sochi, Krasnodar Krai, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Gudauta Air Base, about 63 km away.
Does URSS publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for URSS 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 Sochi International Airport?
Sochi International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 06/24, measures 9,498 ft (2895 m) with a CON surface.