Shaikh Zaid Airport — Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Shaikh Zaid Airport (Rahim Yar Khan) is RYK — its ICAO code is OPRK.
Distance & flight time from RYK
Shaikh Zaid Airport
Shaikh Zaid Airport serves Rahim Yar Khan, a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan known for its textile and agricultural industries, particularly cotton and mango production. RYK offers domestic flights connecting the city to major Pakistani hubs like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, and has historically also seen international charter flights, including for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. Named after the founder of the United Arab Emirates, the airport reflects strong economic and labor ties between Rahim Yar Khan's diaspora community and the Gulf region. The airport's terminal and runway support both narrow-body jets and smaller regional aircraft serving this agriculturally significant part of southern Punjab.
Runways at Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 9842 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GND | RAHIM YAR KHAN GND | 121.8 MHz |
| TWR | RAHIM YAR KHAN TWR | 122.2 MHz |
Airports near Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK)
- Sui Airport (SUL) — 111.6 km (69.3 mi)
- Begum Nusrat Bhutto International Airport Sukkur (SKZ) — 163.5 km (101.6 mi)
- Jaisalmer Airport (JSA) — 176.0 km (109.4 mi)
- Bahawalpur Airport (BHV) — 176.4 km (109.6 mi)
- Dera Ghazi Khan Airport (DEA) — 176.5 km (109.7 mi)
- Shahbaz Air Base (JAG) — 179.4 km (111.5 mi)
- Multan International Airport (MUX) — 230.5 km (143.2 mi)
- Moenjodaro Airport (MJD) — 240.2 km (149.3 mi)
RYK is the airport code for Shaikh Zaid Airport in Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan, offering domestic flights and Gulf-bound charters from this Punjab agricultural city.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Shaikh Zaid Airport?
The IATA code for Shaikh Zaid Airport is RYK.
What is the ICAO code for Shaikh Zaid Airport?
The ICAO code for Shaikh Zaid Airport is OPRK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.