It geographically lies in the territory of Smalyavichy Raion but is administratively subordinated to the Kastrychnitski District of Minsk.

From 1991, the number of flights began to decline due to the dissolution of the Soviet Union and other consequent changes.

Additionally from May 2021 all Belarusian airlines, mainly Belavia, have been banned from operating into the European Union as part of newly established sanctions after the Ryanair Flight 4978 incident.

It was noted that these companies enjoyed the patronage of the airport staff and authorities, while other travel agencies were not allowed to provide similar services for real tourists.

Due to ongoing crisis Cham Wings Airlines terminated their flights from Damascus on short notice, stating they cannot distinguish between regular travellers and illegal migrants.

[20][21] Minsk National Airport consists of one slightly-curved, four-story passenger terminal building originally built in the style of brutalist architecture, which has since been modernized and expanded.

The airside area features the usual duty free shops, an airport lounge, and other passenger amenities as well as a Burger King franchise.

On the route from Minsk to the airport, the train made one intermediate stop at the Smalyavichy station to change its direction.