Medium airport · Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
Bahir Dar Airport
In August 2026, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated a new passenger terminal at the airport, describing it as the second-largest terminal in Ethiopia after the one at Bole International Airport. Its IATA code is BJR. Its ICAO code is HABD. It has 1 runway, longest 9,842 ft (PEM). Elevation 5,978 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Bahir Dar, Ethiopia |
|---|---|
| IATA code | BJR |
| ICAO code | HABD |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 9,842 ft (PEM) |
| Elevation | 5,978 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 11.6081° N, 37.3216° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Bahir Dar Airport is known for
In August 2026, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated a new passenger terminal at the airport, describing it as the second-largest terminal in Ethiopia after the one at Bole International Airport.
History
In August 2026, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated a new passenger terminal at the airport, describing it as the second-largest terminal in Ethiopia after the one at Bole International Airport.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Bahir Dar Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Simien Mountains National Park · Ethiopia · 119.9 miles away
- Dinder National Park · Sudan · 143.8 miles away
Airports nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bahir Dar Airport?
In August 2026, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated a new passenger terminal at the airport, describing it as the second-largest terminal in Ethiopia after the one at Bole International Airport.
What is the airport code for Bahir Dar Airport?
Bahir Dar Airport — its IATA code is BJR and its ICAO code is HABD.
Where is Bahir Dar Airport located?
Bahir Dar Airport serves Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. Its coordinates are 11.6081° N, 37.3216° E.
What is the history of Bahir Dar Airport?
In August 2026, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed inaugurated a new passenger terminal at the airport, describing it as the second-largest terminal in Ethiopia after the one at Bole International Airport.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#3161
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bahir_Dar_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.