Dikson
Dikson Airport is a medium airport serving Dikson in northern Russia, a remote Arctic settlement on the Kara Sea. Identified by IATA code DKS and ICAO code UODD, it plays an important local access role in a region where distances are vast and overland travel can be difficult for much of the year. The airfield sits just 47 feet (14 m) above sea level, and its compact scale means the airport is best understood as a practical regional gateway rather than a large passenger hub.
About Dikson
Dikson Airport is a medium airport serving Dikson in northern Russia, a remote Arctic settlement on the Kara Sea. Identified by IATA code DKS and ICAO code UODD, it plays an important local access role in a region where distances are vast and overland travel can be difficult for much of the year. The airfield sits just 47 feet (14 m) above sea level, and its compact scale means the airport is best understood as a practical regional gateway rather than a large passenger hub.
Overview
Dikson Airport is a medium airport serving Dikson in northern Russia, a remote Arctic settlement on the Kara Sea. Identified by IATA code DKS and ICAO code UODD, it plays an important local access role in a region where distances are vast and overland travel can be difficult for much of the year. The airfield sits just 47 feet (14 m) above sea level, and its compact scale means the airport is best understood as a practical regional gateway rather than a large passenger hub.
Quick facts
- Airport name: Dikson Airport
- Location served: Dikson, Russia
- Airport type: medium airport
- Codes: DKS (IATA), UODD (ICAO)
- Runway: 05/23, 4,920 feet, concrete, lighted
- Time zone: Asia/Krasnoyarsk
What travelers should know
For visitors, the most useful thing to understand is that Dikson Airport is built around function and weather resilience. Its single concrete runway, 05/23, is lighted and measures 4,920 feet, which supports operations suited to a smaller regional airport environment. In such a far northern location, conditions can change quickly, so travelers should pay close attention to schedules, allow extra flexibility, and be prepared for a simpler airport experience with fewer amenities than at major city airports.
Why it matters
Dikson Airport is important because it connects one of Russia’s most isolated communities with the wider region. For residents, workers, and specialized travelers, the airport can be a key link for movement, supplies, and time-sensitive journeys. That makes it less about shopping or leisure facilities and more about dependable access, straightforward navigation, and reaching a destination where transport options are naturally limited by geography and climate.
Routes
Top routes from DKS
No routes tracked from DKS yet.
Nearby airports
Other airports in Russia
FAQ
Dikson — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Dikson is located in Dikson, Russia (Europe), at coordinates 73.520°, 80.370°.
- Its IATA code is DKS and its ICAO code is UODD.
- Dikson serves Dikson, Russia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Dikson operates on Asia/Krasnoyarsk local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Dikson sits at latitude 73.520° and longitude 80.370°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from DKS. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for DKS is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from DKS on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Krasnoyarsk Krai, 647340, Russia. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Russia. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.