The international airport "Volgograd" is called "Gumrak" - by the same name of the residential area in which it is located. It appeared a long time ago, in 1954, on the basis of a military airfield.
Section 1. General Information
Today Volgograd Airport is located 15 kilometers from the city center, which can be reached by bus or taxi. This is easy enough to do. From the airport to the stop “Tech. College ”can be reached by bus number 6a, to the stop“ Kosmonavtov street ”- on the minibus number 6K, to the cinema“ Yubileiny ”- on the minibus number 80a. There is a minibus number 6 on the route Airport - Ticket Office Aeroflot.
However, even if you get lost, you don’t really have to worry, because Volgograd Airport is an address that is known to every local.
A taxi to the center costs about 350-400 rubles. There are also car parks near the airport where relatives and friends may well meet you.
Section 2. Features and Services
Volgograd Airport provides passengers with all the most necessary services. There are ATMs, a health center, self-service terminals, a cafe, a post office, car rental, free Wi-Fi, as well as a VIP sector. In addition, there is a hotel for transit passengers on its territory.
In general, it consists of two buildings: international and domestic airlines. In the building for internal air transportation on the ground floor there are air ticket offices, a waiting room, a superior room, an inspection and registration hall, an arrival hall, 2 departure halls, and a cafe and a waiting room on the second floor.
In the building for international air transportation there is an arrival and departure hall, a waiting room, a customs inspection and registration hall, and an enhanced arrival and departure hall.
In recent years, the appearance of the airport has undergone significant changes: the surrounding area has been landscaped , the upper part of the facade has been updated, the baggage claim and arrival halls have been added, the domestic airline building has been repaired.
By the way, because of the rather solid occupied area, Volgograd Airport has a map, just like the navigator, without any problems. In connection with the holding of one of the stages of the World Cup in 2018 in Volgograd , expansion and further reconstruction of the airport complex are planned.
Section 3. Traveler Reviews for Volgograd Airport
Previously, many travelers flying through Volgograd Airport noted a lack of major repairs and poor technical equipment. Currently, the airport management has carried out a partial reconstruction of the buildings. Further improvements in its equipment are also outlined.
It is worth paying attention to the fact that in most cases tourists express their dissatisfaction with the changes in baggage rules, which are already reported during the inspection. Therefore, it is worthwhile to familiarize yourself with all the rules and innovations in advance so that no disputes arise during registration.
In order to avoid various misunderstandings and safety of personal belongings, it is recommended to carefully pack them in plastic wrap.
And most importantly, remember an important thing: with a positive attitude, any shortcomings in the work of the staff will seem trifles.