Mineralnye Vody Airport

Mineralnye Vody Airport, opened in the 1920s, is the main air gateway to Russia’s North Caucasus and serves tourists and pilgrims heading to spa towns and mountain resorts; the compact complex operates with two main terminals handling domestic and international traffic. Despite its regional size, the airport is strategically important for access to Pyatigorsk, Kislovodsk and Stavropol, located roughly 10–15 km from the city with regular buses, taxis and local rail links making transfers straightforward. Not a major international hub, it functions as a regional base for carriers like Azimuth and hosts regular services from Aeroflot, S7 and seasonal low-cost and charter airlines, often offering affordable fares and frequent deals for budget-conscious travelers.