Gateway to the ancient desert city of Yazd.
Location
Yazd, Iran
Shahid Sadooghi Airport is the primary commercial airport serving Yazd, a UNESCO World Heritage city in central Iran known for its historic Zoroastrian heritage and distinctive mud-brick architecture. The airport is named after Mohammad Javad Bahonar Sadooghi, a local martyr of the Iran-Iraq War era.
The airport handles domestic routes connecting Yazd to Tehran, Mashhad, Isfahan, and other major Iranian cities, as well as limited international services. It serves as an important transport link for both residents and tourists visiting this culturally significant region.
Due to international sanctions and the structure of Iran's aviation market, the airport is served primarily by Iranian domestic carriers. Passenger volumes reflect the size of Yazd province and its growing tourism sector.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling both domestic and limited international passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Yazd city center is available via taxis and private vehicles, with the airport located a short distance from the city.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating from the airport include Iran Air, Mahan Air, and Qeshm Air, primarily on domestic routes.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is named after Shahid Sadooghi, a martyr of the Iran-Iraq War period.
- ›Yazd is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boosting the airport's tourism-related traffic.
- ›The airport's ICAO code OIYY reflects Iran's O-I prefix for central Iranian airspace.
- ›Elevation at the airport is approximately 1,237 meters (4,058 feet) above sea level.
- ›International operations are limited due to Iran's isolation from global aviation alliances and sanctions.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
