Rahim Yar Khan Airport (Shaikh Zayed International Airport)
About Rahim Yar Khan Airport (Shaikh Zayed International Airport)
Named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan of UAE who funded the upgrade in 1993. Serves Rahim Yar Khan and surrounding areas in Southern Punjab.
Origin dates to mid-1960s as a civil airfield. During 1973 floods, served as a base for relief operations.
First international flight departed to Abu Dhabi in 2009. Currently served by South Air (new regional airline) to Karachi and Islamabad as of 2026.
PIA operated domestic flights until 2023. Runway capable of accommodating Boeing 747.[26][34]
Key Information
Travel Information
Nearest Hotels
Etihad Club by Faletti's Hotel (1.9km), Hotel One Rahim Yar Khan Club Road (6km), Golden Sand Hotel, Plaza Inn Hotel[34]
Distances to Major Cities
Multan 180km, Bahawalpur 100km, Lahore 500km, Karachi 800km
Additional Details
ICAO: OPRK. Elevation: 271 feet. Single runway 01/19 (3,000m). Dedicated lounge for state guests and dignitaries. Officially upgraded to international status in 2009. Currently limited operationsβ2004 passengers in 2023-24. Strategic aviation hub for Southern Punjab.
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