Located just 12.5 kilometers southeast of Kyzylorda city in southwestern Kazakhstan, Kyzylorda Airport serves as a vital civil aviation facility for the region. Operating at an elevation of 131 meters (430 feet), this transportation hub features a single 2,700-meter (8,858-foot) runway capable of handling various aircraft types.
The airport functions as a hub for SCAT Airlines while also hosting services from multiple carriers including Air Astana, Qazaq Air, IrAero, and Asia Wings. This diverse airline presence facilitates both passenger travel and cargo transportation throughout Central Asia and beyond.
Domestic connections link Kyzylorda to major Kazakh cities such as Almaty, Astana (Nur-Sultan), and Karaganda , while international routes provide access to destinations including Moscow. The airport's strategic location along the Syr Darya River makes it an important economic driver for the Kyzylorda Region.
Aviation analysts note the facility's 2,700-meter runway positions it to accommodate growing air traffic demands as Kazakhstan continues developing its transportation infrastructure. Regional officials have highlighted the airport's role in connecting southwestern Kazakhstan to global markets through its combination of domestic and international flight options.
