Naberezhnye Chelny is a large city in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia. Located in the northeast. Since this city has a population of over half a million, and there are several other large cities around it, including Nizhnekamsk, it was decided to build an airport in this part called Begishevo. It is about him that will be discussed in this article.
Airport "Begishevo". History
The Begishevo airport in Naberezhnye Chelny was built in the second half of the twentieth century, to be more precise - in 1970. It was built by order of the Nizhnekamsk Petrochemical Plant.
The very first flight made from here took place on December 25, 1971 by the crew of the AN-24 aircraft. For more than twenty years, it operated only domestic flights, and in 1998 received international status.
In 2011, the first reconstruction of the airport in Naberezhnye Chelny took place, work began on it in order toits category was changed to C. In June 2016, the apron was repaired, asph alt was laid in front of the airport entrance, taxiways were repaired. Lighting equipment was also installed, roadsides and power supply systems were strengthened.
Tourists say they really like this small and cozy airport in Naberezhnye Chelny. It has no frills, but has everything you need. Passenger screening takes place here quite quickly, since there is no such a heavy workload. This is what visitors really like.
Airport description
This airport is equipped with one double-decker terminal, which is quite enough for this locality, since there are quite few visitors here compared to large airport terminals.
Passenger service is only on the ground floor. The domestic flight area is located to the right of the entrance, and the international one is to the left of the central part.
Air ticket offices are also located on the first floor of the airport terminal and operate seven days a week and around the clock. Check-in desks for international flights are located in the customs area, that is, opposite the main entrance to the airport.
Domestic are located to the right of the ticket offices. Don't forget that check-in closes 40 minutes before your flight. Near the airport building there are two paid guarded parking lots. There is also a free unguarded car park nearby.
How to get to the airport?
It all depends on where you live. For example, Naberezhnye Chelny. busthe message from here was either done or canceled. According to the latest data, the fare is about a hundred rubles. Due to the fact that it is unstable, it is better to use a taxi or a private car.
Airport in Kazan. History
Not everyone knows that Kazan airport is quite close to Naberezhnye Chelny. This terminal is much more popular than Begishevo as it serves larger cities.
It was opened in 1979. During this year, the airport received almost all Soviet aircraft models of those years. Later, he was equipped with additional equipment, and he was able to accept the largest liner - Il-86.
The federal airport is located 26 km southeast of the city near the village of Stolbishche. Serves domestic as well as international flights. Including from here there are directions to Spain, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and not only. In 2017, it was named the best regional airport in Russia for the fourth time.
How to get to the airport from Naberezhnye Chelny?
Of course, first of all, you can do it on your own car. The distance to the airport is about 240 km.
It is also possible to take a bus from Naberezhnye Chelny to Kazan airport. No. 8 and No. 48 run here. Travel time will be about five hours.
An electric train also runs from Naberezhnye Chelny to the airport. But she is on the road for about seven hours and does not reach the airport. Need moretake bus number 197.
