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PLX Semey Airport
Semey Airport (IATA: PLX, ICAO:UASS) is located in the the city of Semey, Kazakhstan. It is the primary international airport serving Semey and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+77222360222

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IATA Code

PLX

ICAO Code

UASS

Name

Semey Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Kazakhstan (KZ)

City

Semey

Latitude

50.3512993

Longitude

80.2343979

Time Zone

UTC+06:00

Phone Number

+77222360222

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Airport Overview

Semey Airport (PLX)

Semey Airport is a regional civil airport serving Semey in eastern Kazakhstan. It is located approximately 10 km southwest of the city and operates in the UTC+06:00 time zone. The airport record identifies the facility as capable of serving large airliners, while the available scheduled network is comparatively limited and centered on domestic connectivity. For international freight forwarders, Semey Airport is best assessed as a local origin or destination point that may require transfer planning through a larger Kazakh gateway. Our service team can coordinate space requests, road feeder options, customs-document preparation and final-mile delivery after confirming the actual operating carrier, aircraft type, handling window and cargo acceptance conditions.

IATA / ICAO	PLX / UASS
Airport name	Semey Airport
Location	Semey, Kazakhstan
Coordinates	50.3512993, 80.2343979
Local time	UTC+06:00
City access	Approximately 10 km southwest of Semey, subject to actual road conditions and local collection arrangements

Key Highlights

Decision Points for Air Freight Planning

Semey Airport is a regional airport rather than a high-frequency international cargo hub; shipment planning should begin with confirmed uplift and transfer availability.
The published airport record lists Almaty and Nur-Sultan as principal route references, with schedules and operating carriers subject to change.
Large-aircraft capability is indicated in the supplied airport description, but aircraft acceptance for a specific cargo movement must be confirmed before booking.
Low-frequency operations can make missed connections and weekend or holiday handling restrictions more significant than at major gateways.
For consolidated, urgent, temperature-sensitive or regulated cargo, our team will compare direct uplift with road feeder service to a larger airport.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Facility Planning and Acceptance Checks

Publicly available operating details for individual warehouse zones and handling equipment can change. Our service team therefore verifies the following items with the handling agent before issuing a firm cargo plan:

General cargo handling

Confirm cargo acceptance hours, piece and weight limits, pallet or ULD compatibility, screening arrangements and the physical handover point before truck dispatch.

Customs and controlled cargo

Confirm whether export, import or transit formalities can be completed locally and whether a customs-controlled or bonded storage option is available for the intended movement.

Temperature-sensitive freight

Do not assume permanent cold-room capacity. Pre-arrange temperature range, packaging qualification, acceptance timing, passive-protection limits and contingency storage.

Dangerous goods and special cargo

Obtain pre-approval for dangerous goods, lithium batteries, live animals, valuables, oversized pieces and aircraft-specific loading restrictions before cargo delivery.

Routes & Transit Times

Connectivity and Transfer Considerations

The supplied airport record references domestic connections between Semey and Almaty, as well as Semey and Nur-Sultan, now commonly referred to as Astana. The current operating schedule must be checked before quotation.
The same record identifies flight KC330 as a departure to Almaty at 14:55; this is schedule-sensitive information and must not be treated as a guaranteed cargo departure.
International shipments may require onward uplift through Almaty, Astana or another confirmed gateway. The actual routing depends on carrier acceptance, transfer agreements, customs status and available belly capacity.
Transit time is affected by flight frequency, connection protection, cargo screening, customs release, truck availability, public holidays, weather and aircraft payload restrictions. Our team quotes only after operational confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Regional Cargo Profile

The primary catchment is Semey and surrounding East Kazakhstan commercial and industrial areas, with road collection required for locations outside the city.
Likely air-freight demand is associated with time-critical industrial parts, machinery components, electronics, documents, samples and replacement goods requiring faster movement than conventional road freight.
Pharmaceuticals, perishables and other temperature-sensitive shipments should be handled only after confirming storage, acceptance timing, packaging and transfer protection.
Project, oversized and heavy cargo requires advance review of aircraft loading limits, package dimensions, lifting equipment, road access and any special permits.
Our service team can assess whether direct airport delivery or a road feeder connection to a larger gateway provides the more reliable end-to-end solution.

Operations & Compliance

Practical Risk Controls

Cut-off control: A regional schedule may provide limited recovery options after a missed acceptance window. Our team confirms the cargo cut-off, screening deadline, warehouse receiving time and truck arrival buffer separately.
Dangerous goods: Submit the shipper's declaration, packing details, UN information, battery data and supporting documents for pre-check. Acceptance remains subject to the carrier, handling agent and applicable regulations.
Customs documentation: Prepare a consistent commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill instructions, HS classification, origin information and permits where required. Customs may request additional evidence or physical inspection.
Delivery and collection: Confirm consignee identification, unloading capability, delivery appointment, road restrictions and local contact details before dispatching a truck to the airport.

Shipping Tips

Recommended Booking Workflow

Send our service team the commodity, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, value, Incoterms, origin, destination, ready date and any special handling requirement before cargo is packed.
Request a routing comparison covering direct uplift, a confirmed domestic connection and road feeder service to a larger gateway. Do not release cargo to the airport until space and acceptance are confirmed.
Use strong export-grade packaging with clear piece marks, handling labels and weight information. Protect temperature-sensitive or fragile cargo according to the product's validated packaging instructions.
For urgent shipments, build contingency time for low-frequency operations, customs review, weather disruption and connection failure; our team can arrange an alternative gateway when commercially and operationally suitable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Semey Airport Freight FAQ

Can Semey Airport handle international air freight?

International handling depends on the current customs arrangement, carrier acceptance, route and cargo status. Our service team verifies the complete export or import process before booking and may propose a transfer through a larger gateway.

Is there a daily cargo flight from Semey Airport?

The supplied airport record describes an average of one departure per day and references flight KC330 to Almaty, but schedule frequency and cargo availability can change. We confirm the live operating schedule and cargo allotment for each shipment.

Can dangerous goods or lithium batteries be shipped through Semey Airport?

Potentially, subject to carrier, aircraft, handling-agent and regulatory approval. A pre-advice package is required, including the correct classification, packing instructions, marks, labels and declarations.

Can temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals be accepted?

Acceptance should never be assumed. Our service team checks cold-storage availability, handover timing, packaging protection, monitoring requirements and the complete transfer route before confirming the shipment.

What is the best alternative if the required uplift is unavailable?

We compare road collection to a larger Kazakh gateway with direct or better-connected international uplift. The choice depends on cargo urgency, customs status, cost, road conditions and available capacity.

Data Sources & Provenance

Reference Scope

The airport name, codes, coordinates, city, time zone, stated city distance, route references and historical passenger figure used in this module are taken from the supplied Semey Airport record. Schedule, carrier, cargo acceptance, customs, warehouse and handling details are operationally changeable and must be reconfirmed before shipment release.

Code and aviation-reference verification should be checked against authoritative industry and regulatory sources, including iata.org and icao.int. These sources are provided as reference domains only; they do not replace live confirmation from the operating carrier, airport handling agent, customs authority or our service team.

Our platform separates fixed airport identifiers from time-sensitive operational assumptions. Final routing, cut-off, equipment, customs procedure, special-cargo acceptance and transit commitment are subject to written confirmation for the specific shipment.