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Azov, Russia

9 mi) from the Sea of Azov, which derives its name from the town. The population is 81,924 in the 2021 census, 82,937 in the 2010 census, 82,090 in the 2002 census, and 80,297 in the 1989 Soviet census.

Type CityPopulation 81,924

Why go

  • Town in Rostov Oblast, Russia.
  • Served by Taganrog Yuzhny Airport (TGK).

History

Azov, previously known as Azak , is a town in Rostov Oblast, Russia, situated on the Don River just 16 kilometers (9.9 mi) from the Sea of Azov, which derives its name from the town. The population is 81,924 in the 2021 census, 82,937 in the 2010 census, 82,090 in the 2002 census, and 80,297 in the 1989 Soviet census.

Airports

Taganrog Yuzhny Airport (TGK) 45 km to the centre
Taganrog, ROS, RU — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 1 airline (Aerocondor) · direct flights to 1 destination incl. Moscow (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
  • Aerocondor 2B (CRJ-200) · 1 route: Moscow

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

Indoor | Outdoor
Azov Airfield 3.6 km to the centre
Azov, ROS, RU
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Речной вокзал
Ferry terminal · 0.6 km from the centre
Outdoor
Ростов-на-Дону - Азов (ДонТур)
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Azov, Russia
Azov, Russia
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Taganrog Yuzhny Airport (TGK); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: TGK has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Moscow). By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Речной вокзал, 0.6 km); routes include Ростов-на-Дону - Азов (ДонТур).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Azov, Russia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.