International airport "Volgograd" is called "Gumrak" - by the same name of the residential area in which it is located. It appeared quite 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 center of the city itself, which can be reached by bus or fixed-route taxi. To do this is quite simple. From the airport to the stop "Tech. college" can be reached by bus number 6a, to the stop "Cosmonauts Street" - by minibus number 6K, to the cinema "Jubilee" - by minibus number 80a. On the route Airport - Aeroflot ticket offices, there is a minibus number 6.
However, even if you get lost, you shouldn't worry too much, because Volgograd Airport is an address that is known to every local resident.
A taxi ride to the center costs about 350-400 rubles. There are also car parks near the airport where you can meet your family and friends.
Section 2. Features and Services
Volgograd Airport provides passengers with all the mostnecessary services. There are ATMs, a he alth center, self-service terminals, a cafe, a post office, car rental, free Wi-Fi, and a VIP section. 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 domestic air transportation, on the first floor there are air ticket offices, a waiting room, a superior room, an inspection and check-in hall, an arrivals hall, 2 departure halls, and a cafe and a waiting room on the second floor.
The building for international air transportation has an arrival and departure hall, a waiting room, a customs inspection and check-in hall, an arrival and departure hall of superior comfort.
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, and the domestic airlines building has been renovated.
By the way, due to the rather solid occupied area, the Volgograd airport map, as well as the navigator, is shown without problems. In connection with the holding of one of the stages of the World Cup in 2018 in Volgograd, it is planned to expand and further reconstruct the airport complex.
Section 3. Traveler reviews about Volgograd Airport
Earlier, many travelers flying through the Volgograd airport noted the lack of major repairs and poor technical equipment. Airport management is currentlycarried out partial reconstruction of buildings. Further improvements in its equipment are also planned.
It is worth paying attention to the fact that tourists in most cases express their dissatisfaction with the changes in the rules for carrying luggage, which are already reported at the inspection. Therefore, it is worth familiarizing yourself with all the norms and innovations in advance so that no disputes arise during registration.
In order to avoid various misunderstandings and the safety of personal belongings, it is recommended to carefully pack them in plastic wrap.
And most importantly, remember the important thing: with a positive attitude, any shortcomings in the work of the attendants will seem like trifles.
