Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport (USCC)
Large airport · Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | USCC |
| IATA | CEK |
| Elevation | 769 ft (234 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 55°18'11" E 61°30'18" 55.30314, 61.50493 |
| Location | Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
About Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport on Wikipedia
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 10,499 ft (3200 m) | 197 ft | CON | Yes |
Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport at a glance
Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport is a large airport in Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia, known to airline systems as CEK. The field elevation of 769 ft (234 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at USCC 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, 09/27, offers 10,499 ft (3200 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for USCC 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 Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Uprun Air Base | USCU | 104 km (56 NM) |
| Kamensk-Uralskiy Air Base | RU-1071 | 130 km (70 NM) |
| Uktus Airport | USSK | 162 km (87 NM) |
| Koltsovo Airport | USSS | 166 km (90 NM) |
| Kurgan Airport | USUU | 248 km (134 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 769 ft field elevation of Kurchatov Chelyabinsk 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 Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport is USCC, and its IATA code is CEK. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport above sea level?
Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport sits at an elevation of 769 feet (234 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport located?
The airport lies at 55.3031, 61.5049 — in Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Uprun Air Base, about 104 km away.
Does USCC publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for USCC 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 Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport?
Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 10,499 ft (3200 m) with a CON surface.