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Bam Airport

Bam, Iran
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Gateway to the ancient citadel city of Bam, Iran.

Location
Bam, Iran
Bam Airport (IATA: BXR, ICAO: OIKM) is a domestic airport serving the city of Bam in Kerman Province, southeastern Iran. It provides air connectivity for a region known for its historic adobe citadel, Arg-e Bam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The airport primarily handles domestic flights within Iran. The city of Bam suffered a catastrophic earthquake in December 2003 that killed approximately 26,000 people and devastated much of the historic city, and the airport played a role in the subsequent relief and reconstruction efforts. Operations at Bam Airport are relatively limited, reflecting the modest size of the city and its regional population. It serves as an important link for locals and visitors to the Bam region.
Terminals
The airport has a small single terminal facility suited to its domestic regional traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Bam city center is primarily available via taxis and private vehicles.
Airlines here
Iranian domestic carriers, including Iran Aseman Airlines, have operated routes through Bam Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Bam Airport served as a critical hub for emergency relief operations following the devastating 2003 Bam earthquake.
  • ›The airport is located in Kerman Province in southeastern Iran.
  • ›Bam is renowned for Arg-e Bam, one of the world's largest adobe structures and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • ›The airport handles only domestic flights within Iran.
  • ›The 2003 earthquake, measuring 6.6 in magnitude, destroyed much of Bam and killed around 26,000 people.
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Route map (1 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Iran Aseman Airlines
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Routes

BXR → THREP · 100

Aircraft operating here

Fokker 1001 routes
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City & Place Guide

Ancient citadel, desert resilience, and timeless Persian heritage.

Bam is a city in Kerman Province in southeastern Iran, best known for Arg-e Bam, one of the largest adobe structures in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city sits on the edge of the Lut Desert and has been a crossroads of trade and culture for over two millennia.

In December 2003, a devastating earthquake destroyed much of Bam and killed tens of thousands of people. The city and its iconic citadel have since undergone extensive reconstruction, and Arg-e Bam has been painstakingly restored. Visiting today means witnessing both an ancient wonder and a story of remarkable human resilience.

Beyond the citadel, Bam is surrounded by lush date palm groves that contrast sharply with the surrounding desert landscape. The city offers an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience with few crowds and a warm, hospitable local culture.

  • •Arg-e Bam — Massive ancient adobe citadel and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • •Bam Citadel Museum — Documents the 2003 earthquake and restoration efforts.
  • •Date Palm Gardens — Vast oasis groves unique to the region's desert setting.
  • •Bam Bazaar — Traditional market offering local handicrafts and dried dates.
  • •Nakhl-e Ebrahim Mosque — Historic mosque with fine traditional Iranian architecture.
  • •Lut Desert viewpoints — Access point for the UNESCO-listed Dasht-e Lut landscape.

Getting around: Bam has no urban rail. Intercity buses connect it to Kerman and other cities, with the main terminal handling most long-distance routes. Within the city, shared taxis and private taxis are the primary means of getting around; negotiate fares in advance. Rideshare apps have limited coverage, so relying on local taxis or hotel-arranged transport is advisable.

Best time: October through March offers the most comfortable temperatures, as summers in this desert city can be extremely hot.

Local food: Try locally grown Bam dates in every variety, along with Kerman-style Koofteh meatballs, Ash-e Reshteh noodle soup, and freshly baked sangak bread from street bakeries.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Encyclopaedia

Bam Airport is an airport to the east of city of Bam, in Kerman province, Iran.

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