Why go
- Capital of Chechnya, Russia.
- Served by Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport (GRV).
History
Grozny is the capital city of Chechnya, Russia. The city lies on the Sunzha River. According to the 2021 census, it had a population of 328,533, up from 210,720 recorded in the 2002 census, but still less than the 399,688 recorded in the 1989 census prior to destruction of the city in two wars in Chechnya. It was previously known as Groznaya.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Svyaz Rossiya 7R (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.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International Airport (GRV); 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: GRV has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Moscow).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Grozny, Russia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.