Batken province sits in Kyrgyzstan's south-west, wedged between Tajik and Uzbek enclaves, and its airport (UCFB) is the region's only air link. Opened in 1958 with a gravel strip for An-2 and Il-14 aircraft, it gained an 1,800 m asphalt runway in 1984 and international status by government resolution No. 236 of 22 April 2014, before returning to service after a full reconstruction. The schedule is essentially one route: Bishkek–Batken, four times weekly in summer and three times weekly in autumn and winter, flown with a BAe 146-200. There is no cargo terminal and no air-freight customs facility here; traffic is passenger-driven. Consignments for the province move by road from Osh (OSS), about 184 km east, while international air freight clears through Manas at Bishkek (FRU). For forwarders, Batken is a feeder point — and the enclave-riddled road network, not the airport, is the real planning problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Batken Airport located?▼

Batken Airport is located in Batken, KG.

What is the ICAO code of Batken Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Batken Airport is UCFB. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Batken Airport?▼

Batken Airport is at an elevation of 1098 meters (3602 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

40.04290, 70.83784

1098 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 29 August 2026

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