Kotlas Airport (KSZ)

Kotlas Airport (KSZ), also identified by its ICAO code ULKK, is a regional domestic aviation facility serving the city of Kotlas in the Arkhangelsk Oblast of Russia. Located approximately 4 kilometers southeast of the city center, the airport features a single asphalt runway (13/31) measuring 1,450 meters in length. It acts as a significant transportation link for the northern Russian interior, primarily connecting the region to larger urban hubs like Saint Petersburg and Arkhangelsk through regional carriers such as RusLine. The passenger terminal at Kotlas is a small, functional facility designed to manage a low volume of daily domestic traffic. Inside, travelers can find essential check-in services and a basic waiting lounge, with the facility focusing on efficiency and quick processing for regional flights. Due to its smaller scale, the terminal does not offer the extensive dining or retail options found at major international airports; however, it provides a quiet and manageable environment for local commuters and business travelers. Infrastructure at the airport is geared toward general aviation and the operation of small turboprop and regional jet aircraft. While amenities are basic, the airport provides a reliable link for the local population and the region's industrial sectors. Ground transportation is readily available outside the terminal exit, with local taxi services and private vehicles providing a quick 10-minute connection to the Kotlas city center and the region's prominent railway and river transport networks.