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Shah Makhdum Airport

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Shah Makhdum Airport (IATA: RJH) is the domestic airport serving Rajshahi, located about 5 kilometers from the city center. Named after the Sufi saint Shah Makhdum Ruposh, the airport features a single terminal handling flights from Dhaka and other domestic destinations. Travelers arriving here experience a small, efficient facility with basic amenities. The airport is a key entry point for visitors to Rajshahi, known for its silk industry, mango orchards, and historical sites. Its proximity to the city makes it convenient for onward travel by taxi or rickshaw.

Don't miss

  • Watch aircraft arrive and depart from the compact viewing area near the terminal.
  • Notice the airport's namesake, honoring the Sufi saint Shah Makhdum Ruposh.
  • Experience the efficient, small-scale operations of a regional Bangladeshi airport.

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Ways to visit Shah Makhdum Airport

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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