Amu Darya river
The Amu Darya river flowing past Nukus, historically one of Central Asia's great waterways.
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Nukus: airports, things to do and where to stay
Nukus, capital of Karakalpakstan, lies near the shrinking Aral Sea in Uzbekistan's far west.
Nukus airports
From the airport to central Nukus
Nukus International Airport airport is about 5 km from central Nukus.
Bus
A shuttle or public bus connects the airport with the centre of Nukus, timed around flights.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal; agree the fare before getting in, as most are not metered.
Nukus
Things to do in Nukus
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Nukus?
Nukus is served by Nukus International Airport (NCU).
How far is the airport from central Nukus?
Nukus International Airport airport is about 5 km from central Nukus.
How do I get from the airport to central Nukus?
From Nukus International Airport airport you can take Bus and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Nukus?
Highlights of Nukus include Amu Darya river.
Photo credits
- Amu Darya river: Petar Milošević, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons