Nalchik Airport - NAL

Nalchik Airport lies in Russia's Kabardino-Balkar Republic, just 3 kilometers northeast of the Nalchik capital city. It was established in 1945 over 140 hectares of land, primarily servicing military personnel and cargo. In 1975, the airport operated flights to Rostov, Voronezh, Moscow, and Grozny via An-24 and Yak-40 aircraft. By 1993, the terminal building was renovated to serve passengers flying through domestic Russian airlines and upgraded to serve passengers coming through on international flights.

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Nalchik Airport (NAL) provides travelers with world-class facilities and services, including wifi, VIP services, ATMs, ticketing offices, a nursing room for mothers and their infants, changing rooms, a first-aid post, and lost baggage assistance. It provides guests with access to the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic's foothill zones, with heights of over 500 meters above sea level and beautiful views of nearby mountain ranges.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Surrounding cities near Nalchik Airport include Kenzhe, Shalushka, Nartan, Khasanya, and Belaya Rechka. When traveling through the Nalchik Airport, guests can check into the Nalchik Hall, Hostel Teplichny, all within 3 kilometers from the airport and providing accommodations with free wifi, airport shuttle, and relaxing common areas. The Hotel Mashuk and the Beshtau Hotel are also wonderful options to stay.

The nearest airports include Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV) which is 1.5 hours away, the Aeroporto Rainha Tamar domestic airport in Georgia, Beslan Airport or Vladikavkaz International Airport (OGZ) that’s 1.5 hours away, and the Magas Airport (IGT) just two hours away. The Grozny Airport (GRV) in Chechen Republic is three hours away.