Nizhniy Novgorod International Airport - GOJ
The Nizhniy Novgorod International Airport, with the airport code GOJ is also known as Strigino International Airport. It is located in the outskirts of the city of Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. Just 8.7 miles from the city center, Nizhniy Novgorod International Airport not only serves the city, but also Gavrilovka, Gorbatovka, Babibo, and Burevestnik in Russia. It sits at an elevation of 256 feet and is operated by the HC Airports of Regions. In 2014, served nearly 1.2 million passengers.
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Nizhniy Novgorod International Airport is one of the oldest airports in Russia. It started out as a domestic airport in 1923. It is expected to be in the top 10 list of busiest airports in Russia by 2020. Nizhniy Novgorod International Airport was given international airport status in 1994. Renovations to the airport, its runways, and terminals started in 2014. The new terminal opened in 2015. The airport is also set to start serving Moscow and there are plans to construct a high-speed rail from Moscow to Kazan. Some of the international airlines served by the airport include Azur Air.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are several great airport hotels located just minutes from the Nizhniy Novgorod International Airport. One of the top properties near the airport is Volna. This four-star hotel is just a short drive from the airport. Another property find nearby is the Atlantik. It is also near some great local attractions. Book a stay at the budget friendly Russky Kapital located 1.7 miles away from the airport.
Alternative airports to Nizhniy Novgorod International Airport include Cheboksary Airport in Cheboksary, Russia. Passengers can also arrive via the Moscow Domodevo Airport.