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Northwest Bangladesh's primary gateway serving Rajshahi division.
Location
Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Shah Makhdum Airport is a domestic airport located in Rajshahi, the fourth-largest city in Bangladesh and the capital of Rajshahi Division. The airport serves as a key air link between Rajshahi and the capital Dhaka, supporting both business and passenger travel in the northwestern region of the country.
The airport is named after the Sufi saint Shah Makhdum Ruposh, a revered historical figure associated with the Rajshahi region. It is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) and handles a modest volume of domestic traffic. The runway and infrastructure have seen periodic upgrades to accommodate growing regional demand.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling domestic passengers.
Getting to & from
Taxis and auto-rickshaws are the primary means of ground transport between the airport and Rajshahi city center, located approximately 5 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Novoair operate domestic routes connecting Rajshahi primarily to Dhaka.
Notable facts
- ›Named after the Sufi saint Shah Makhdum Ruposh, venerated in the Rajshahi region.
- ›Operates exclusively domestic routes, with Dhaka being the primary destination.
- ›Managed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB).
- ›Rajshahi is known as the 'Silk City' of Bangladesh, and the airport supports regional commerce.
- ›The airport has an ICAO code of VGRJ and IATA code RJH.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
