Koltsovo Airport of Ekaterinburg City is Russia's eighth-biggest airport in terms of passenger traffic, and it is the principal airport in the Urals. It was established in 1943 and became an international airport in 1993. Forty-four Russian and international carriers link Ekaterinburg to 72 cities around the Russian Federation and worldwide.
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The two terminals are within walking distance of each other.
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Rail: Koltsovo Railway Station is 1.25 mile (2km) away from the airport. From the station, suburban trains to Ekaterinburg Central Station depart regularly. Connection to other destinations is possible at the Central Station. Information on suburban train timetables is available (tel: +7 3432 519 925).
Road: Bus: Bus no.1 links Koltsovo Railway Station, Koltsovo Airport and Ekaterinburg Central Railway Station. Services run from 6:50am-11pm. Bus no.167 links Koltsovo Airport and Ekaterinburg Bus Terminal. Services operate 7am-10pm. Taxi: There is a taxi service to the city centre and to neighbouring cities (tel: +7 3432 268 567).
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There are plenty of car parking spaces outside the airport. Some car parks are free, others charge a fee.
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Money and communications: Facilities include two bureaux de change, a post office and telephones.
Eating and drinking: There is a café on site.
Shopping: Several shops can be found in the terminal, including duty free.
Luggage: Left-luggage facilities are available.
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The three-star Liner Hotel (tel: +7 3432 268 606) is located right next to the airport. It offers a range of accommodation, from economy four-bed rooms to two-room luxury suites.
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The airport is wheelchair-accessible and there are telephones for motion-handicapped people.
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There is a VIP lounge at the airport, offering limited services.
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