Jessore Airport — Jashore (Jessore), Bangladesh
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Distance & flight time from JSR
Jessore Airport
Jessore Airport (JSR), located in Jashore district in southwestern Bangladesh, serves as a domestic gateway near the border with India and close to the historic Benapole land crossing. The airport connects Jessore to Dhaka and supports travel and trade for a region known for its agriculture, including jute and other cash crops, as well as its historical significance as one of the first areas liberated during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. JSR has also served military functions given its proximity to the border and periodically supports flights facilitating cross-border trade and diaspora travel from the district to the capital and beyond, reflecting its role as a key regional transport node in the Khulna division.
Runways at Jessore Airport (JSR)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 8000 ft (2438 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Jessore Airport (JSR)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 123.2 MHz |
Airports near Jessore Airport (JSR)
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) — 93.8 km (58.3 mi)
- Ishurdi Airport (IRD) — 108.3 km (67.3 mi)
- Barisal Airport (BZL) — 124.3 km (77.2 mi)
- Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) — 145.9 km (90.7 mi)
- Shah Makhdum Airport (RJH) — 150.0 km (93.2 mi)
- Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) — 201.7 km (125.3 mi)
- Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport (IXA) — 226.0 km (140.4 mi)
- Saidpur Airport (SPD) — 287.5 km (178.6 mi)
JSR is Jessore Airport, sometimes spelled Jashore, in southwestern Bangladesh. Searchers usually want to confirm domestic flight schedules to Dhaka and JSR's proximity to the Benapole border crossing with India.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Jessore Airport?
The IATA code for Jessore Airport is JSR.
What is the ICAO code for Jessore Airport?
The ICAO code for Jessore Airport is VGJR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.