Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Minsk, BY 🇧🇾 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
UMMS
IATA
MSQ
Elevation
670 ft
Region
BY-MI
Local Time
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GPS Code: UMMS
Local Code: Not available
Location: 53.888071° N, 28.039964° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: Нацыянальны аэрапорт Minsk 2 Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Minsk National Airport (UMMS (MSQ)) receives mixed reviews from travelers, generally rated as a 3-Star Regional Airport, with an average satisfaction score of 7.2/10. While some travelers appreciate its modern and clean appearance, others find it somewhat outdated once past the initial check-in areas. The airport was also named "CIS Best Airport 2024" in June 2025.
What Travelers Love
- Cleanliness: The airport is frequently praised for being modern, stylish, and clean, with some areas described as extremely clean.
- Efficiency (at times): Travelers have reported quick and professional experiences at check-in, security, and passport control. Current security wait times are around 26-29 minutes, and immigration around 8 minutes.
- Children's Facilities: The airport offers a nice play area for children and baby changing rooms.
- Accessibility: The airport is noted as being fully accessible for disabled passengers, with lifts, disabled toilets, and designated parking.
- Private Transfers: Services like Minsk Airport Transfer are highly rated for their reliability, English-speaking drivers, fixed prices, and amenities like free bottled water and Wi-Fi in the car.
Common Complaints
- Terminal Facilities & Seating: While the landside often appears modern, the airside can feel old-fashioned, maze-like, and lack comfortable seating in gate areas. There are also complaints about poor power options.
- Limited Food & Shopping Options: The selection of shops and food & beverage choices is often described as limited and not meeting international standards, with some finding duty-free shops to be too numerous.
- Unreliable Wi-Fi: Many travelers report that the Wi-Fi is unreliable, slow, or difficult to connect to, sometimes requiring payment after a short free period.
- Immigration Experience: Some older reviews mention immigration being slow, unnecessarily complicated, and staffed by rude officers who find issues upon entry.
- Distance from City & Public Transport Limitations: The airport is located 42km from Minsk, and while public bus service is available and affordable, it does not operate late at night, limiting options for late arrivals.
Overall, Minsk National Airport offers a generally clean and sometimes efficient experience, particularly for those utilizing pre-booked private transfers. However, travelers should be prepared for potentially outdated facilities and limited amenities airside, as well as considering private transfer options if arriving late or desiring a smoother, more comfortable journey to and from the city.
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Airport Routes
Minsk National Airport (MSQ) offers 55 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Belavia, Aeroflot, FlyDubai and others. Popular destinations from Minsk include Tashkent International, Tashkent, Domodedovo Int'l, Almaty and Sheremetyevo Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Pulkovo (LED) new
- Kazan (KZN) new
- Sheremetyevo Int'l (SVO) new
- Kurumoch (KUF) new
- Khrabrovo (KGD) new
- Almaty (ALA) new
- Domodedovo Int'l (DME) new
- Istanbul Airport (IST) new
- Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) new
- Ben Gurion Int'l (TLV) new
- Vnukovo (VKO) new
- Dubai Int'l (DXB) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Minsk National AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Belavia
BRU
/ B2
|
37 | 1406 | 37 | Feb 15, 2026 |
Aeroflot
AFL
/ SU
|
1 | 268 | 1 | Feb 15, 2026 |
FlyDubai
FDB
/ FZ
|
1 | 71 | 1 | Feb 13, 2026 |
Red Wings Airlines
RWZ
/ WZ
|
5 | 28 | 5 | Feb 15, 2026 |
Air China
CCA
/ CA
|
2 | 26 | 2 | Feb 12, 2026 |
|
Azimuth
AZO
/ A4
|
1 | 21 | 1 | Feb 12, 2026 |
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SCAT Airlines
VSV
/ DV
|
1 | 17 | 1 | Feb 15, 2026 |
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Pegas Fly
KAR
/ EO
|
2 | 16 | 2 | Sep 30, 2025 |
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Severstal Air Company
SSF
/ D2
|
2 | 15 | 2 | Feb 1, 2026 |
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Uzbekistan Airways
UZB
/ HY
|
2 | 15 | 2 | Feb 12, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
13L/31R |
12139 ft | 197 ft | CONC | Active Lighted |
13R/31L |
11946 ft | 197 ft | CON | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MINSK APP | 125.9 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.85 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| PMSV | MINSK VOLMET | 126.675 MHz |
| RDR | MINSK RADAR | 125.25 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Official airport taxis can be booked at dispatch desks in the arrivals hall (near sectors 3-4 and 5-6) or hailed at the designated taxi rank outside. The journey to Minsk city center takes approximately 30-40 minutes. Ride-hailing apps like Yandex Go are also widely used and can be a convenient option. It is recommended to use official services or reputable apps to avoid overcharging.
Rental Cars
Car rental desks for several international and local companies (such as Sixt, Europcar, and local providers) are located on the first floor of the arrivals hall. It is highly recommended to book a vehicle in advance online for better rates and guaranteed availability. A valid driver's license, passport, and credit card are required. An International Driving Permit may be necessary depending on the company and your license's country of origin.
Public Transportation
Minsk National Airport is connected to the city by buses and minibuses (marshrutkas).
- Bus 300Э: A regular express bus service that runs between the airport and the 'Tsentralnyi' Central Bus Station in Minsk. The journey takes about 45-60 minutes.
- Minibus 1400-TK: A faster shared taxi service that follows a similar route to the Central Bus Station.
- Train: A train service connects to the Minsk-Passazhirsky main railway station, but it requires taking a free shuttle bus from the terminal to the nearby train platform. Bus stops are located in front of the terminal building.