Turkmenistan · International airport
Ashgabat International Airport (ASB)
Ashgabat International Airport is an international airport serving Ashgabat (Ashgabat (city)), Turkmenistan. Its IATA code is ASB and its ICAO code is UTAA. It has 2 runways, the longest 3,800 m long.
- IATAASB
- ICAOUTAA
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- ASB
- ICAO code
- UTAA
- City
- Ashgabat
- Region / province
- Ashgabat (city)
- Country / territory
- Turkmenistan
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 37.9868° N, 58.3610° E
- Elevation
- 211 m (692 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Ashgabat (UTC+05:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 3,800 m (12,467 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 11L/29R | 3,800 m12,467 ft | Concrete |
| 11R/29L | 3,800 m12,467 ft | Concrete |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
5,427 km
Direct flight: ≈ 7 h 15 min
Hanoi (HAN)
4,890 km
Direct flight: ≈ 6 h 35 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
5,660 km
Direct flight: ≈ 7 h 35 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 123.500 MHz |
| GCA | 118.700 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.700 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 120.000 MHz |
Air freight to and from Ashgabat International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Ashgabat through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Turkmenistan
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mary International Airport | MYP | 313 km |
| Balkanabat International Airport | BKN | 406 km |
| Dashoguz International Airport | TAZ | 438 km |
| Türkmenabat International Airport | CRZ | 465 km |
| Turkmenbaşy International Airport | KRW | 517 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Ashgabat International Airport?
The IATA code of Ashgabat International Airport is ASB and its ICAO code is UTAA. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Ashgabat International Airport located?
Ashgabat International Airport is in Ashgabat, Ashgabat (city), Turkmenistan, at coordinates 37.9868° N, 58.3610° E and an elevation of 211 m (692 ft).
How far is Ashgabat International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Ashgabat International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 5,660 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 4,890 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 5,427 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 7 h 35 min.
How long is the runway at Ashgabat International Airport?
The longest runway at Ashgabat International Airport is 3,800 m (12,467 ft) long, with a concrete surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Ashgabat International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Ashgabat International Airport (ASB) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.