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Cherkasy, Ukraine

Cherkasy is a city in central Ukraine. Cherkasy serves as the administrative centre of Cherkasy Oblast as well as Cherkasy Raion within the oblast.

Type CityPopulation 269,836

Why go

  • City in Ukraine.
  • Served by Cherkasy International Airport (CKC).

History

Cherkasy is a city in central Ukraine. Cherkasy serves as the administrative centre of Cherkasy Oblast as well as Cherkasy Raion within the oblast. The city has a population of 269,836.

Airports

Cherkasy International Airport (CKC) 63 km to the centre
Cherkasy, 71, UA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Korshun Shevchenkovskiy Airfield 31 km to the centre
71, UA
Outdoor
Tal'ne 51 km to the centre
71, UA
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Cherkasy, Ukraine
Cherkasy, Ukraine
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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 Cherkasy International Airport (CKC); 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

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