Belarus sits at a crossroads in Eastern Europe, with a compact network of airfields that support domestic travel, cargo movements and occasional international connections. The country’s airports reflect a mix of regional hubs, smaller civil strips and military facilities shaped by geography and history.
There are 16 Airports in Belarus, ranging from Babruysk Air Base to Vitebsk Vostochny. For each entry you’ll find IATA/ICAO,City/Region,Type & status so you can quickly identify codes, locations and operational roles — you’ll find below.
How current is this list and where can I verify changes in airport status?
Airport statuses and operational details can change; use this list as a starting point but confirm specifics (opening hours, civilian vs. military use, closures) with official sources like the Belarusian aviation authority, NOTAMs and airline notices before travel or planning.
How should I use the IATA and ICAO columns when planning a trip or shipment?
Use the IATA code for booking and baggage routing and the ICAO code for flight planning, tracking and technical references; cross-check both with airline confirmations, cargo documents or mapping tools to avoid confusion between similarly named locations.
Airports in Belarus
| Airport name | IATA/ICAO | City/Region | Type & status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minsk National | MSQ/UMMS | Minsk | International, open |
| Gomel | GME/UMGG | Gomel | International, open |
| Brest | BQT/UMBB | Brest | International, open |
| Grodno | GNA/UMMG | Grodno | International, open |
| Vitebsk Vostochny | VTB/UMII | Vitebsk | International, open |
| Mogilev | MVQ/UMOO | Mogilev | International, open |
| Minsk-1 | MHP/UMMM | Minsk | Civil/GA, limited operations. No scheduled flights. |
| Orsha | -/UMIO | Orsha | Civil/Cargo hub, open. Formerly military. |
| Lida Air Base | -/UMDD | Lida | Military air base, active. |
| Baranavichi Air Base | -/UMMA | Baranavichi | Military air base, active. |
| Machulishchy Air Base | -/UMLI | Minsk | Military air base, active. |
| Polotsk | -/UMOP | Polotsk | Civil/GA airfield, open. |
| Babruysk Air Base | -/UMNB | Babruysk | Military, limited use/reserve status. |
| Borovaya Aerodrome | -/—- | Minsk | Civil/GA aeroclub airfield, open. |
| Pruzhany Air Base | -/UMNP | Pruzhany | Military, reserve status. |
| Postavy Air Base | -/UMMP | Postavy | Military, reserve status. |
Images and Descriptions
Minsk National
Serve as the main international gateway of Belarus. Sit just outside Minsk and handle most international passenger and cargo flights. Act as the primary hub for travelers and freight moving to and from the country.
Gomel
Function as the regional airport for Gomel and the surrounding area. Offer limited scheduled and charter flights and support general aviation. Provide local access to southeastern Belarus.
Brest
Operate as an international airport near the city of Brest. Handle regional international services and seasonal charters. Serve southwest Belarus and cross-border travelers to Poland and Europe.
Grodno
Serve as a small regional airport near Grodno. Support general aviation, charters, and occasional scheduled flights. Provide access to western Belarus and nearby border regions.
Vitebsk Vostochny
Act as the eastern aerodrome for Vitebsk. Support regional flights and general aviation operations. Include this field to cover northern Belarus airports.
Mogilev
Function as the regional airport for Mogilev. Support occasional domestic flights, charters, and cargo movements. Serve as a local transport and logistics node.
Minsk-1
Stand as the former city airport in Minsk that closed to regular passenger service. Represent historical domestic operations that moved to the main airport. Offer context about past air service in the capital.
Orsha
Serve as a small airport near Orsha. Support general aviation, cargo flights, and some transport activity. Provide regional connectivity in northeast Belarus.
Lida Air Base
Operate as a military air base near Lida. Host military aircraft, training units, and defense operations. Include this site as part of the country’s military aviation network.
Baranavichi Air Base
Act as a major military air base at Baranavichi. Host combat and transport units and support large exercises. Represent one of Belarus’s key defence airfields.
Machulishchy Air Base
Serve as a military airfield close to Minsk. Support air force units, transport operations, and state flights. Hold strategic importance near the capital.
Polotsk
Function as a small aerodrome at Polotsk. Support local and general aviation activity. Include it to list regional landing sites in northern Belarus.
Babruysk Air Base
Operate as a military base near Babruysk. Host tactical aviation and training activities. Serve as a significant site in the national military air network.
Borovaya Aerodrome
Serve as a general aviation airfield near Minsk. Host flight schools, sport flying, and small private planes. Offer an active site for pilot training and local aviation events.
Pruzhany Air Base
Function as an airfield near Pruzhany with past military use. Show limited current civil activity or reserve status. Include to present a complete list of historic and active sites.
Postavy Air Base
Act as a small air base in northern Belarus. Serve primarily military or reserve roles with limited civil use. Include to ensure lesser-known bases are documented.
