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    Türkmenabat International Airport

    A major gateway in eastern Turkmenistan, serving domestic and international flights with modern facilities.

    IATA Code:CRZ
    Türkmenabat International Airport logo
    US Airport Illustration
    Watch Tower

    Overview of the Airport

    Türkmenabat International Airport (CRZ) is located about 13 km south of downtown Türkmenabat. It serves as a key air transport hub for the Lebap region, handling both passenger and cargo operations with a modern terminal and extended runway.

    38.93083, 63.56389

    1.2M
    Passenger Traffic
    200K
    Cargo Throughput

    Growth Trend

    Passenger traffic has shown steady growth following the 2018 terminal expansion.

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    Employment

    2,500

    Staff includes airline personnel, ground services, security, customs, and airport operations.

    Airport Asset

    Global Ranking

    Largest airport in eastern Turkmenistan and noted for the world's largest star-shaped terminal building.
    12.5K
    Aircraft Movements

    Market Share of Major Airlines

    Capacity Expansion

    The airport can process up to 500 passengers per hour and 200,000 tons of cargo annually, with facilities designed for future expansion.

    Capacity Expansion

    Technological Advancements

    Equipped with modern air navigation, automated fueling, and advanced runway lighting and meteorological systems.

    Technological Advancements

    Sustainability Initiatives

    Efforts include energy-efficient terminal design and centralized fueling to reduce emissions.

    Sustainability Initiatives

    Recommendations

    Policy Alignment

    Strengthen collaboration with national aviation authorities to enhance international connectivity and regulatory compliance.

    Infrastructure Investment

    Focus on further terminal modernization and runway upgrades to support increasing traffic and operational resilience.

    Sustainability Focus

    Expand green building practices and optimize energy use to meet environmental standards and future regulations.