Zhukovsky International Airport (UUBW)
Large airport · Moscow, Moscow Oblast, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Zhukovsky International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UUBW |
| IATA | ZIA |
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 55°33'12" E 38°9'0" 55.55330, 38.15000 |
| Location | Moscow, Moscow Oblast, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 15,092 ft (4600 m) | 230 ft | CON | Yes |
Zhukovsky International Airport at a glance
Zhukovsky International Airport is a large airport in Moscow, Moscow Oblast, Russia, known to airline systems as ZIA. The field elevation of 377 ft (115 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UUBW 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, 12/30, offers 15,092 ft (4600 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 12 points roughly 120° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for UUBW 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 Zhukovsky International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Myachkovo Airfield | UUBM | 10 km (5 NM) |
| Domodedovo International Airport | UUDD | 22 km (12 NM) |
| Chkalovskiy Air Base | UUMU | 37 km (20 NM) |
| Vnukovo International Airport | UUWW | 56 km (30 NM) |
| Sheremetyevo International Airport | UUEE | 66 km (36 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Zhukovsky International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 377 ft field elevation of Zhukovsky 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 Zhukovsky International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Zhukovsky International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Zhukovsky International Airport is UUBW, and its IATA code is ZIA. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Zhukovsky International Airport above sea level?
Zhukovsky International Airport sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Zhukovsky International Airport located?
The airport lies at 55.5533, 38.1500 — in Moscow, Moscow Oblast, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Myachkovo Airfield, about 10 km away.
Does UUBW publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UUBW 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 Zhukovsky International Airport?
Zhukovsky International Airport has one runway. The longest, 12/30, measures 15,092 ft (4600 m) with a CON surface.