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About Ufa Intl. Airport

Ufa International Airport (UFA) is located in the Republic of Bashkortostan, in Ufa District near Bulgakovo, around 25 km south-west of Ufa city center. Opened to civil air traffic in 1933 and developed at its current site from the early 1960s, the airport is operated by JSC Ufa International Airport. It serves as Bashkortostan's main air gateway, connecting the regional capital with Russia's federal centers, industrial cities and international markets.

The airport operates separate domestic and international terminal areas, commonly identified as Terminal 1 for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights. Its terminal complex handles about 2,300 passengers per hour and includes modern check-in zones, baggage systems, boarding bridges, business and VIP lounges, parking, cargo infrastructure, accessibility services and two runways capable of receiving a wide range of aircraft. Traffic is steady year-round, with stronger leisure demand in summer and holiday periods, while winter schedules rely more on business travel, core Russian routes and selected warm-weather charter programs.

Airlines operating from Ufa include Aeroflot, Pobeda, S7 Airlines, Rossiya, Utair, Ural Airlines, Nordwind, Smartavia, Azimuth, Red Wings and other Russian and regional carriers, alongside international operators on selected routes. Key direct destinations include Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Sochi, Novosibirsk, Mineralnye Vody, Krasnoyarsk and northern industrial centers, while international services commonly focus on Dubai, Sharjah, Tashkent, Samarkand, Baku, Yerevan and seasonal leisure points such as Phuket, Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh. Demand for flight tickets is supported by business mobility, visiting friends and relatives traffic, tourism and the region's broad economic base.

Ufa Intl. Airport to Ufa City Center Transport

Travelers can get from Ufa International Airport to Ufa city center by municipal bus, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer. The airport is about 20-25 km south of central Ufa, so journey times vary with traffic and your exact destination.

Bus

Municipal buses operated by Bashavtotrans are the main public transport option from Ufa International Airport to the city. Buses depart from the airport area and connect with central districts, major stops, and the railway station. The average journey to central Ufa is usually around 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic and stops.

• Bus 101: Ufa Airport to Ufa Railway Station
• Bus 110: Ufa Airport to Central Market and Avtocentre VAZ
• Bus 110C: Ufa Airport to Zelenaya Roscha and DOK

Airport Shuttle

There is currently no dedicated Havas or Havabus airport shuttle service from Ufa International Airport. Travelers looking for a shuttle-style option should use the regular airport bus routes or book a private transfer in advance. Average travel time by shared public transport is about 60-90 minutes.

• Ufa Airport terminal bus stop
• Central Market
• Ufa Railway Station
• Zelenaya Roscha

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 at Ufa International Airport, including official Yandex Go ordering counters in the baggage claim area and the arrivals area of the domestic terminal. A taxi to Ufa city center usually takes about 30-45 minutes, depending on traffic, weather, and the exact address.

• Official taxi counter in the arrivals area
• App-based Yandex Go taxi pickup near the terminal exit
• Direct rides to hotels, offices, and apartments in central Ufa

Car Rental

Car rental is available at Ufa International Airport through airport-based rental offices. This option is convenient for travelers planning to explore Ufa, Bashkortostan, or nearby cities independently. Pickup is usually arranged at or near the terminal exit, and the drive to central Ufa takes around 30-45 minutes.

• RexRent car rental office at the airport
• RENTMOTORS car rental station at the airport
• Terminal-exit vehicle pickup by arrangement

Transfer

A private airport transfer is the most comfortable option for late arrivals, families, business travelers, and passengers with heavy luggage. Booking in advance is recommended so the driver can meet your flight, help with luggage, and take you directly to your hotel or address in Ufa city center. Average travel time is about 30-45 minutes.

• Private car transfer to central Ufa hotels
• Meet-and-greet service at arrivals
• Pre-booked minivan transfer for groups or extra luggage