Cox's Bazar Int'l Airport likely to open in Nov

By the Editorial Team · Tuesday, October 13, 2026

The Cox's Bazar International Airport is set to open in the first week of November, pending confirmation of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s schedule. This new airport will boost international travel to the popular tourist region and is expected to start handling international flights soon after its inauguration.

The Cox's Bazar International Airport is expected to be inaugurated in the first week of November, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat announced on Monday. The official date for the opening will be confirmed once Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s schedule allows.

At a meeting held at the Secretariat concerning the commencement of international flights from Cox's Bazar Airport, Minister Millat indicated that the Prime Minister is slated to visit Japan from October 26 to 29. Following this trip, the government will finalize arrangements for the airport’s inauguration.

Millat stated that discussions with the Prime Minister about designating the airport as an international facility are already underway. He expressed confidence that the Prime Minister will personally attend the opening ceremony.

The new airport, located in the popular tourist destination of Cox's Bazar, is anticipated to enhance international connectivity for the region. With its expected launch scheduled shortly, officials are preparing to begin operations catering to international flights soon after the formal inauguration.

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