Sochi International Airport

URSS / AER

Sochi, RU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR URSS 041900Z 22002MPS 9999 OVC050 07/M01 Q1027 R02/010070 R06/010070 NOSIG RMK R06/25003MPS QFE769

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 89 ft
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,089 ft AMSL
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (89 ft)
Pressure Alt
-324 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,263 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF URSS 041655Z 0418/0518 05004G09MPS 9999 BKN030 BECMG 0507/0508 16004G09MPS SCT030 BECMG 0516/0517 04005MPS BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
07:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RSS
02
20
06
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
02/20 8,202 ft 161 ft CON 22°
06/24 9,498 ft 148 ft CON 58°

Weather Statistics - URSS

7,727 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.5%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
0.2%

Sochi International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, January.

Temperature Range

Average: 11.6°C
Range: -4°C to 27°C
-4°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

November October January

Statistics computed from 7,727 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sochi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: URSS
IATA Code: AER
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 89 ft MSL

Location

City: Sochi
Country: RU
Latitude: 43.449902°
Longitude: 39.956600°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 161 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 9,498 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Sochi International Airport

Overview

Sochi International Airport (URSS) serves the Black Sea resort city of Sochi in Russia. Located at 43.449902N, 39.9566E, this large airport supports significant regional and international air traffic. The airport sits at an elevation of 89 feet mean sea level, providing relatively low-altitude operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location near the Black Sea creates dynamic weather patterns that pilots should carefully monitor. Situated in southern Russia, Sochi experiences varied seasonal conditions that can impact flight operations. The two concrete runways (02/20 and 06/24) provide robust operational flexibility across different wind conditions.

Notable Features

Sochi International features two substantial runways: Runway 02/20 measuring 8,202 feet and Runway 06/24 extending 9,498 feet. The longer 06/24 runway offers extended operational capabilities for larger aircraft. The airport's proximity to mountainous terrain and coastal environment requires heightened situational awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios given the airport's two runway orientations. The substantial runway lengths at 8,202 and 9,498 feet provide excellent landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types. Careful preflight planning should include current wind direction and runway surface conditions to optimize approach strategy.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.