# Balykchy Airport

> Balykchy, KG · closed

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| City | Balykchy |
| Country | KG |
| Type | closed |
| Elevation | 1623 m |
| Cargo | ❌ |
| GPS | 42.42954, 76.12275 |

## Description

Balykchy Airport is a former airport located in Balykchy, Kyrgyzstan, once deemed significant for air freight and logistics operations due to its strategic location. Nestled near Lake Issyk-Kul, the airport provided excellent connectivity to regional and international transport networks. Although currently closed, Balykchy Airport played a pivotal role in facilitating air cargo and supporting trade activities throughout Central Asia. Equipped with adequate cargo handling facilities, the airport was ideal for logistics services, and its potential reopening could greatly benefit the local economy. Balykchy Airport is remembered as a key point in the region’s transport history.

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*Freight Academy — Airport Profile: [https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/balykchy-airport-2486](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/balykchy-airport-2486)*

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