Samarkand International Airport (UZSS)
Large airport · Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan
Airport data
| Name | Samarkand International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | UZSS |
| IATA | SKD |
| Elevation | 2,224 ft (678 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 39°42'7" E 66°58'53" 39.70184, 66.98147 |
| Location | Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 10,187 ft (3105 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Samarkand International Airport at a glance
Samarkand International Airport is a large airport in Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan, known to airline systems as SKD. The field elevation of 2,224 ft (678 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at UZSS 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 10,187 ft (3105 m) of asp 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 UZSS 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 Samarkand International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zomin Airport | UZTZ | 127 km (69 NM) |
| Navoi International Airport | UZSA | 161 km (87 NM) |
| Gissar Air Base | TJ-UT45 | 197 km (106 NM) |
| Dushanbe International Airport | UTDD | 204 km (110 NM) |
| Bukhara International Airport | UZSB | 214 km (116 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Samarkand International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 2,224 ft field elevation of Samarkand 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 12 airports and airfields we list for Uzbekistan — 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 Samarkand International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Samarkand International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Samarkand International Airport is UZSS, and its IATA code is SKD. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Samarkand International Airport above sea level?
Samarkand International Airport sits at an elevation of 2,224 feet (678 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Samarkand International Airport located?
The airport lies at 39.7018, 66.9815 — in Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Zomin Airport, about 127 km away.
Does UZSS publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for UZSS 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 Samarkand International Airport?
Samarkand International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 10,187 ft (3105 m) with a ASP surface.