Irkutsk International Airport
Irkutsk International Airport is the main air gateway for Irkutsk in eastern Siberia and is classified as a large airport, so travellers can expect it to handle a meaningful mix of domestic and international traffic rather than serving as a small regional airfield. It operates under the codes IKT and UIII and follows the Asia/Irkutsk time zone, which is useful to double-check when planning onward rail connections, hotel arrivals, or early-morning departures in a region where distances are long and schedules matter.
About Irkutsk International Airport
Irkutsk International Airport is the main air gateway for Irkutsk in eastern Siberia and is classified as a large airport, so travellers can expect it to handle a meaningful mix of domestic and international traffic rather than serving as a small regional airfield. It operates under the codes IKT and UIII and follows the Asia/Irkutsk time zone, which is useful to double-check when planning onward rail connections, hotel arrivals, or early-morning departures in a region where distances are long and schedules matter.
Overview
Irkutsk International Airport is the main air gateway for Irkutsk in eastern Siberia and is classified as a large airport, so travellers can expect it to handle a meaningful mix of domestic and international traffic rather than serving as a small regional airfield. It operates under the codes IKT and UIII and follows the Asia/Irkutsk time zone, which is useful to double-check when planning onward rail connections, hotel arrivals, or early-morning departures in a region where distances are long and schedules matter.
Key Facts
- Airport name: Irkutsk International Airport
- City served: Irkutsk, Russia
- Codes: IKT (IATA) and UIII (ICAO)
- Elevation: 1675 ft (511 m)
- Runway: 12/30, 11696 ft long, concrete, and lighted
- Official website: http://www.iktport.ru/
What This Means for Travellers
For most visitors, the airport’s long, lighted concrete runway is a practical sign of reliable operations for larger aircraft and year-round use, an important detail in a place known for serious weather and long-haul travel. Its elevation of 511 metres is not especially challenging for passengers, but it is part of the airport’s overall operating profile. Before you travel, it is worth checking the official website for current airport information, as well as confirming local time in Irkutsk so pickup times, tours, and connecting transport all line up smoothly after arrival.
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FAQ
Irkutsk International Airport — 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
- Irkutsk International Airport is located in Irkutsk, Russia (Europe), at coordinates 52.270°, 104.360°.
- Its IATA code is IKT and its ICAO code is UIII.
- Irkutsk International Airport serves Irkutsk, Russia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Irkutsk International Airport operates on Asia/Irkutsk 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.
- Irkutsk International Airport sits at latitude 52.270° and longitude 104.360°. 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 IKT. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for IKT is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from IKT on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 13 Ulitsa Shiryamova, Irkutsk, Irkutskaya oblast', 664009, Russia, the phone number is +7 395 226-62-77, the official website is http://iktport.ru/. 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.