Gagarin International Airport (UWSG)
Large airport · Saratov, Saratov Oblast, Russia
Airport data
| Name | Gagarin International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UWSG |
| IATA | GSV |
| Elevation | 103 ft (31 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 51°42'46" E 46°10'16" 51.71278, 46.17111 |
| Location | Saratov, Saratov Oblast, Russia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 9,843 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Gagarin International Airport at a glance
Gagarin International Airport is a large airport in Saratov, Saratov Oblast, Russia, known to airline systems as GSV. The field elevation of 103 ft (31 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UWSG 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 9,843 ft (3000 m) of con 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 UWSG 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 Gagarin International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Engels Air Base | RU-8602 | 26 km (14 NM) |
| Bagay-Baranovka Air Base | XWSB | 72 km (39 NM) |
| Balakovo Airport | UWSB | 110 km (59 NM) |
| Penza Airport | UWPP | 174 km (94 NM) |
| Rtishchevo Air Base | RU-10047 | 180 km (97 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Gagarin International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 103 ft field elevation of Gagarin 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 Gagarin International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Gagarin International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Gagarin International Airport is UWSG, and its IATA code is GSV. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Gagarin International Airport above sea level?
Gagarin International Airport sits at an elevation of 103 feet (31 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Gagarin International Airport located?
The airport lies at 51.7128, 46.1711 — in Saratov, Saratov Oblast, Russia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Engels Air Base, about 26 km away.
Does UWSG publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UWSG 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 Gagarin International Airport?
Gagarin International Airport has one runway. The longest, 08/26, measures 9,843 ft (3000 m) with a CON surface.