Sabetta International Airport (SBT)

Sabetta, RU 🇷🇺 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

USDA

IATA

SBT

Elevation

46 ft

Region

RU-YAN

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Airport Information

GPS Code: USDA

Local Code: Not available

Location: 71.219167° N, 72.052222° E

Continent: AS

Type: Medium Airport

Keywords: Oil & Gas Yamal LNG project Sabetta terminal port NOVATEK

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Traveler sentiment at Sabetta International Airport (SBT) appears mixed, with some aspects performing well, while others lag significantly. While security checks generally receive high marks, key terminal facilities, amenities, and immigration processes are frequently a source of dissatisfaction among travelers.

What Travelers Love
  • Efficient Security Checks: Travelers report high satisfaction with security checks (93% satisfaction rating), with estimated wait times often moderate (around 30 minutes) and 8 minutes for immigration/passport control.
  • Structured Arrival Recommendations: Clear guidance is provided for arrival times, recommending 90 minutes for domestic and 150 minutes for international flights before departure.
Common Complaints
  • Subpar Terminal Facilities: Overall satisfaction with terminal facilities is low (39%).
  • Limited and Poor Wi-Fi: Access and quality of Wi-Fi are a major pain point, with a very low satisfaction rating (23%).
  • Inadequate Food and Retail Options: The availability and quality of food and retail services at the airport receive a low satisfaction score (23%).
  • Disappointing Immigration/Customs Experience: Traveler satisfaction with immigration and customs procedures is notably low (36%), despite relatively short passport control wait times.
  • Baggage Claim Issues: Baggage claim services also receive a low satisfaction rating (24%).

Overall, Sabetta International Airport seems to handle core security functions adequately but struggles significantly with passenger comfort and essential amenities. Travelers should manage expectations regarding on-site facilities and services and account for potential delays at immigration and baggage claim, despite efficient security screening.

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
04/22 8858 ft 151 ft CON Active Lighted

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Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025
Taxis

Public taxi services and ride-sharing apps are not available in Sabetta. The airport serves a closed industrial settlement. All ground transportation is pre-arranged by the employing companies (such as Yamal LNG) for their workers and contractors. You cannot hail or book a taxi upon arrival.

Rental Cars

There are no public car rental agencies (e.g., Hertz, Avis, Sixt) operating at Sabetta International Airport. Access to vehicles is restricted and managed by the companies operating in the region for authorized personnel only.

Public Transportation

Sabetta does not have a public transportation system like city buses or trains. Transportation between the airport, the LNG plant, and worker accommodation facilities is handled by dedicated corporate shuttle buses (known as 'vakhtovki'). These shuttles are for employees and authorized personnel only and are not accessible to the general public.

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