Shah Makhdum Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
RJH
ICAO Code
VGRJ
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Shah Makhdum Airport (Rajshahi) is a small domestic airport serving Rajshahi and nearby districts. It operates scheduled domestic flights and handles primarily domestic passenger traffic with a single small passenger terminal.

Shah Makhdum Airport
Elevation: 19 m
24.4372, 88.6165

Terminal Guide for Shah Makhdum Airport #

The airport has a single small passenger terminal serving departures and arrivals for domestic routes; facilities are basic and check-in, security and gates are all in close proximity within the same building.

Inter-terminal transfer is not applicable-everything is contained in one terminal and walking distances are short.

Getting to and From Shah Makhdum Airport #

The airport is located close to Rajshahi city; travel to the city centre is usually a short taxi or rickshaw ride of roughly 10-20 minutes depending on traffic and your exact destination.

  • Taxi / auto-rickshaw: Primary public transport option; fares are modest but confirm price before starting the trip.
  • Ride-share: Ride-hailing presence is limited; local taxis are more reliable.
  • Driving: Short drive from the city; car hire is typically arranged through town agencies rather than on-site car-rental desks.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Shah Makhdum Airport #

Facilities are basic and focused on short-haul domestic service: check-in counters, a small departures area with limited food/drink options, and basic passenger seating. Passenger services such as lounges, extensive retail or left-luggage are typically not available.

  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Expect limited or no public Wi‑Fi; charging points are minimal.
  • Accessibility: Basic step-free access is usually available; request assistance from the airline in advance.

Hotels and Layovers at Shah Makhdum Airport #

Most overnight accommodation choices are in Rajshahi city rather than immediately at the airfield. Use city hotels for full services and restaurants; international chain presence is limited.

  • For booking look at major hotel platforms or local listings for Rajshahi.

Tip for long layovers: there are no known airside transit hotels; plan to reach the city for comfortable rest.

Tips for Shah Makhdum Airport #

  • This is a domestic-only airport-no international passport control; buy SIM cards and larger purchases in Rajshahi city rather than at the terminal.
  • Local taxis and auto-rickshaws are the usual way into Rajshahi; confirm the fare beforehand if there is no meter.

Weather & Climate near Shah Makhdum Airport #

Climate

Shah Makhdum Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1486 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 157 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
NovemberFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 24°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 28°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 33°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 30°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
22° 36°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.6h daylight

May

May is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
24° 35°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.2h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (266 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
26° 33°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

266 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (350 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 32°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

350 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (263 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

37°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 32°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

263 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (243 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 32°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

243 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
0.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

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