List of Airports in Ukraine

As of 2024, there are 36 airports throughout the country of Ukraine according to IATA and ICAO. Through the table below, you can find name of each airport, its abbreviation, city location, and size. Airports in Ukraine are listed in alphabetical order. Please note that some airports serve internationally, while the other only serve domestically.

List of All Airports in Ukraine

#	Airport	Abbreviation	Location	Size
1	Belbek Airport	UKS	Sevastopol	Small
2	Berdyansk Airport	ERD	Berdyansk	Small
3	Borispol Airport	KBP	Kiev	Large
4	Central Airport	ODS	Odessa	Medium
5	Cherkassy Airport	CKC	Cherkassy	Small
6	Chernigov Airport	CEJ	Chernigov	Small
7	Chernovtsy Airport	CWC	Chernovtsy	Small
8	Dnepropetrovsk Airport	DNK	Dnepropetrovsk	Medium
9	Donetsk Airport	DOK	Donetsk	Medium
10	Ivano-Frankovsk Airport	IFO	Ivano-Frankovsk	Small
11	Kamenets-Podolskiy Airport	KCP	Kamenets-Podolskiy	Small
12	Kerch Airport	KHC	Kerch	Small
13	Kharkov Airport	HRK	Kharkov (Kharkiv)	Medium
14	Kherson Airport	KHE	Kherson	Small
15	Khmelnitskiy Airport	HMJ	Khmelnitskiy	Small
16	Kirovograd Airport	KGO	Kirovograd	Small
17	Kramatorsk Airport	KRQ	Kramatorsk	Small
18	Kremenchug Airport	KHU	Kremenchug	Small
19	Krivoy Rog Airport	KWG	Krivoy Rog	Small
20	Lugansk Airport	VSG	Lugansk	Small
21	Lutsk Airport	UCK	Lutsk	Small
22	Mariupol Airport	MPW	Mariupol	Small
23	Mirgorod Airport	MXR	Mirgorod	Small
24	Nikolaev Airport	NLV	Nikolaev	Small
25	Poltava Airport	PLV	Poltava	Small
26	Rovno Airport	RWN	Rovno	Small
27	Severodoneck Airport	SEV	Severodoneck	Small
28	Simferopol Airport	SIP	Simferopol	Medium
29	Snilow Airport	LWO	Lviv	Medium
30	Sumy Airport	UMY	Sumy	Small
31	Ternopol Airport	TNL	Ternopol	Small
32	Uzhgorod Airport	UDJ	Uzhgorod	Small
33	Vinnica Airport	VIN	Vinnica	Small
34	Zaporozhye Airport	OZH	Zaporozhye	Small
35	Zhitomir Airport	ZTR	Zhitomir	Small
36	Zhulhany Airport	IEV	Kiev	Medium

Major Airports in Ukraine

1. Boryspil International Airport

Airport Code: KBP
Time Zone: Eastern European Time (EET) / UTC+2 (EET in winter), UTC+3 (EEST in summer)
Address: Boryspil International Airport, Boryspil, Kyiv Oblast, 08307, Ukraine

Nearby Cities:

• Kyiv (18 miles)
• Bila Tserkva (43 miles)
• Cherkasy (80 miles)

Major Airlines Served:

• Ukraine International Airlines
• Wizz Air
• Turkish Airlines
• Lufthansa
• Qatar Airways
• Aeroflot
• Ryanair

Annual Passenger Traffic: Approximately 13 million passengers (2023)

Airport Location and History

Boryspil International Airport (KBP) is Ukraine’s busiest airport, located in the town of Boryspil, approximately 18 miles east of Kyiv, the country’s capital. Opened in 1959 as a military airfield, Boryspil began its transformation into a civilian airport in the early 1960s and has since evolved into a key international hub for Ukraine.

Throughout its history, Boryspil has undergone several major expansions to accommodate increased air traffic, especially following Ukraine’s independence in 1991. The airport is primarily served by Ukraine International Airlines, the country’s flag carrier, and handles a substantial amount of international traffic from major airlines. Boryspil has historically been the focal point for Ukraine’s air transportation, with its strategic location facilitating connections to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. In recent years, the airport has modernized its infrastructure, including the opening of a new terminal (Terminal D) in 2012, enhancing its capacity to handle growing passenger numbers.

Despite challenges from the ongoing conflict in Eastern Ukraine, Boryspil remains the country’s most important aviation gateway, vital to Ukraine’s connectivity with the rest of the world.

Facilities and Infrastructure

Boryspil International Airport features two terminals: Terminal D, which serves international flights, and Terminal F, dedicated to domestic flights. The airport has two runways:

• Runway 1: 3,500 meters
• Runway 2: 3,500 meters

Both runways are capable of handling large aircraft, including wide-body jets like the Boeing 777 and Airbus A380, making it suitable for long-haul flights. The airport is equipped with modern amenities such as check-in counters, duty-free shopping, lounges, and currency exchange services. Boryspil also offers ground transportation options like taxis, buses, and the Airport Express train service that connects the airport to Kyiv city center.

The infrastructure of the airport continues to improve, with ongoing projects to expand its capacity and enhance passenger services. These developments aim to solidify Boryspil’s position as a major regional hub.

2. Kyiv International Airport (Zhuliany)

Airport Code: IEV
Time Zone: Eastern European Time (EET) / UTC+2 (EET in winter), UTC+3 (EEST in summer)
Address: Kyiv International Airport, Zhuliany, Kyiv, 02093, Ukraine

Nearby Cities:

• Kyiv (6 miles)
• Boryspil (18 miles)
• Vasylkiv (15 miles)

Major Airlines Served:

• SkyUp Airlines
• Wizz Air
• Pegasus Airlines
• Ryanair
• Belavia

Annual Passenger Traffic: Approximately 2.5 million passengers (2023)

Airport Location and History

Kyiv International Airport, also known as Zhuliany (IEV), is the second busiest airport serving the Ukrainian capital. Located about 6 miles south of Kyiv’s city center, Zhuliany has been in operation since 1923. Initially, the airport served primarily as a domestic and regional hub.

Historically, Zhuliany served as Kyiv’s main airport until the opening of Boryspil International Airport in the 1950s. Since then, it has focused on serving low-cost carriers and regional flights, as well as handling charter and seasonal international services. The airport was significantly upgraded in the early 2000s and continues to develop, with new terminals and better passenger services added to cater to the growing demand for budget flights and European connections.

Zhuliany has become an important regional airport for both international and domestic flights, providing affordable access to Kyiv for travelers, especially those on budget airlines. The airport is expected to see more growth as Ukraine’s aviation industry expands in the coming years.

Facilities and Infrastructure

Kyiv International Airport (Zhuliany) has one terminal, serving both domestic and international flights. The airport operates a single runway:

• Runway: 2,500 meters

The runway at Zhuliany is capable of handling narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320, but not wide-body jets. However, the airport offers efficient passenger handling facilities, including check-in counters, baggage claim, and small retail stores. It also has ground transportation options, including taxis, buses, and private car services, providing easy access to central Kyiv.

Though not as large as Boryspil, Zhuliany is a key hub for budget airlines, particularly Wizz Air and SkyUp Airlines, serving as a vital alternative for domestic and low-cost international flights.

3. Lviv Danylo Halytskyi International Airport

Airport Code: LWO
Time Zone: Eastern European Time (EET) / UTC+2 (EET in winter), UTC+3 (EEST in summer)
Address: Lviv Danylo Halytskyi International Airport, Lviv, 79000, Ukraine

Nearby Cities:

• Lviv (4 miles)
• Ternopil (72 miles)
• Ivano-Frankivsk (81 miles)

Major Airlines Served:

• UIA (Ukraine International Airlines)
• Wizz Air
• Ryanair
• Turkish Airlines
• LOT Polish Airlines

Annual Passenger Traffic: Approximately 1.2 million passengers (2023)

Airport Location and History

Lviv Danylo Halytskyi International Airport (LWO) is located approximately 4 miles east of the center of Lviv, Ukraine’s cultural capital and an important city in the western part of the country. The airport opened in 1929 and has been the primary gateway for air travel to the Lviv region. Over the years, Lviv Airport has expanded and modernized to meet increasing demand, especially from European travelers.

In 2012, the airport underwent a major expansion, including the construction of a new terminal that increased capacity and improved passenger services. Lviv’s geographic location makes it an essential transport hub for western Ukraine, as well as a key link for Ukrainian diaspora communities in Poland, the Czech Republic, and other European countries.

The airport continues to grow and is one of the fastest-growing in Ukraine, with increasing numbers of international flights connecting Lviv to cities in Europe, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Facilities and Infrastructure

Lviv Airport operates a single terminal and a single runway:

• Runway: 3,200 meters

The runway is capable of handling both narrow-body aircraft and wide-body jets, such as the Boeing 767 and Airbus A330, making it suitable for long-haul flights. The terminal is modern, with amenities such as check-in counters, duty-free shopping, restaurants, and car rental services. Lviv Airport also has good ground transportation options, including taxis, buses, and a direct rail link to the city center.

As Lviv continues to increase its profile as a tourist and business destination, the airport’s facilities are expected to expand further to accommodate growing demand.

4. Odesa International Airport

Airport Code: ODS
Time Zone: Eastern European Time (EET) / UTC+2 (EET in winter), UTC+3 (EEST in summer)
Address: Odesa International Airport, Odesa, 65000, Ukraine

Nearby Cities:

• Odesa (4 miles)
• Mykolaiv (67 miles)
• Kherson (129 miles)

Major Airlines Served:

• Ukraine International Airlines
• Wizz Air
• Turkish Airlines
• Belavia
• Ryanair

Annual Passenger Traffic: Approximately 2 million passengers (2023)

Airport Location and History

Odesa International Airport (ODS) is located in Odesa, a major port city on the Black Sea in southern Ukraine. The airport serves as an important gateway for both domestic and international flights to Ukraine’s southern region. It opened in 1960 and has undergone several upgrades, including the recent renovation of its terminal in 2017, which increased capacity and modernized its services.

Odesa Airport is strategically located for both tourism and trade, offering access to Ukraine’s Black Sea resorts and important agricultural regions. Odesa’s role as a cultural and economic hub, along with its proximity to the EU border, makes it an attractive destination for international travelers. The airport serves a mix of European, Middle Eastern, and domestic routes, making it an essential link between Ukraine and its southern neighbors.

Facilities and Infrastructure

Odesa International Airport has one terminal and one runway:

• Runway: 2,500 meters

The runway is capable of handling narrow-body aircraft such as the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737, and it is capable of accommodating some larger aircraft for regional international flights. The terminal offers a range of services, including duty-free shops, lounges, restaurants, and ground transportation such as taxis, buses, and rental cars. Odesa Airport also has a convenient shuttle service to the city center, making it easily accessible for travelers.

5. Kharkiv International Airport

Airport Code: HRK
Time Zone: Eastern European Time (EET) / UTC+2 (EET in winter), UTC+3 (EEST in summer)
Address: Kharkiv International Airport, Kharkiv, 61003, Ukraine

Nearby Cities:

• Kharkiv (3 miles)
• Sumy (108 miles)
• Poltava (138 miles)

Major Airlines Served:

• Ukraine International Airlines
• Wizz Air
• Belavia
• Turkish Airlines

Annual Passenger Traffic: Approximately 1.5 million passengers (2023)

Airport Location and History

Kharkiv International Airport (HRK) is located in the eastern part of Ukraine, approximately 3 miles south of the city center. Opened in 1929, the airport has long been an important regional hub for both domestic and international flights. It has been modernized several times, with the most recent significant expansion in 2010, when a new terminal was constructed to handle growing traffic.

Kharkiv is Ukraine’s second-largest city and a key industrial and educational center. The airport serves as a major transportation link for travelers coming to or from the eastern region of the country, as well as a key entry point for passengers traveling to Russia, Turkey, and European destinations.

Facilities and Infrastructure

Kharkiv Airport has one terminal and one runway:

• Runway: 2,800 meters

The runway at Kharkiv is capable of handling narrow-body and some larger aircraft, but it is not equipped to handle wide-body jets. The terminal offers a range of services, including check-in counters, baggage claim, and duty-free shops. Ground transportation to and from the airport includes taxis, buses, and private car services, ensuring convenient access to the city. As Kharkiv continues to grow as an industrial hub, the airport’s infrastructure will likely continue to evolve to support increased air travel demand.