Old city of Yazd
A UNESCO-listed old town of adobe houses, wind-catching towers and narrow alleys.
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Shahid Sadooghi Airport AZD
8 km from central Yazd. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
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About the airport
Shahid Sadooghi Airport (AZD) is about 10 kilometres from the centre of Yazd, in central Iran. It opened in 1970 and is the airport for one of the country’s most visited historic cities, a place of mud-brick and windcatchers listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 2017 it handled about 764,000 passengers. It has a runway of over 4,000 metres.
Terminals
There is a single passenger terminal, with arrivals and departures in the same building, so there are no transfers between terminals.
Airlines and destinations
Iran Air, Mahan Air and Yazd Airways operate here, mainly on domestic flights. During the Hajj season there are regular international flights to Jeddah and Medina in Saudi Arabia.
Tips
If you are coming as a tourist, the airport is a convenient gateway to Yazd’s old town, a few kilometres away. Schedules change often, so confirm your flight with the airline before going. I could not verify the terminal’s specific services, so it is wise to bring water and some cash in rials.
Getting to the city
Bus
A shuttle or public bus connects the airport with the centre of Yazd, timed around flights.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal; agree the fare before getting in, as most are not metered.
Airport map
Terminal
A single passenger terminal, with arrivals and departures in the same building, with shops and places to eat. It handles mainly domestic flights, with some international routes.
Yazd
Things to do in Yazd
Yazd, a desert city of mudbrick architecture, is known for its windcatchers and Zoroastrian heritage.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the airport from central Yazd?
Shahid Sadooghi Airport airport is about 8 km from central Yazd.
How do I get from the airport to central Yazd?
From Shahid Sadooghi Airport airport you can take Bus and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Shahid Sadooghi Airport airport have?
Shahid Sadooghi Airport has one terminal: Terminal.
Landing in Yazd?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.
Photo credits
- View of the airport: Ivan Mlinaric from Slovenia, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Old city of Yazd: Ivan Mlinaric from Slovenia, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons