What is the tower frequency at VGCB?

The tower frequency at Cox s Bazar Airport is 129.5 MHz.

What fuel is available at VGCB?

Cox s Bazar Airport offers Jet A-1.

Does VGCB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Cox s Bazar Airport (Bangladesh).

Where is VGCB located?

Cox s Bazar Airport (VGCB) is located in Cox s Bazar, Bangladesh.

What is the IATA code for VGCB?

The IATA code for Cox s Bazar Airport is CXB.

How long is the runway at VGCB?

The main runway at Cox s Bazar Airport (17/35) measures 2070x38m.

Is VGCB a port of entry?

Yes, Cox s Bazar Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Cox s Bazar Airport (VGCB/CXB) — Cox s Bazar, Bangladesh

Cox s Bazar Airport (VGCB/CXB) serves Cox s Bazar, Bangladesh. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (17/35). Field elevation is 12 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 6/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: VGCB
Name: Cox s Bazar Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 21.4522
Longitude: 91.963898
Elevation: 12 ft
Country: Bangladesh
Municipality: Cox s Bazar
IATA Code: CXB
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Dhaka
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 17/35

Designation: 17/35
Dimensions: 2070x38m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Not lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: VOR/DME, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 129.500 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday N/A

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx BDT 200-500/ton per CAAB tariff
Parking Fee: BDT 100-250/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: BDT
Remarks: Cox's Bazar Airport. CAAB operated. Beach resort town; tourist destination.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Padma Oil Company, BPC. Available during operating hours.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. Customs/immigration available. Tourist gateway.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew. Elevation 12 ft AMSL. Coastal airport.

Airport Services

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Bangladesh Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum; 3 working days recommended for non-scheduled
Landing Lead Time: 7 working days for traffic landing; 3 working days for technical landing

Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required. Private passenger overflight permits available. Full aircraft documentation required even for private operations.

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Active NOTAMs

A0034/24 caution

Runway lighting issue

A NEW SIGNALLING LAMP HAS BEEN INSTALLED AT COX'S BAZAR CONTROL TWR

2024-01-29 09:52:00 Until further notice

A0033/24 caution

Taxiway restriction

TWY 'N' HAS BEEN RENAMED AS 'B' AND TWY 'S' HAS BEEN RENAMED AS 'C'

2024-01-29 09:50:00 Until further notice

A0200/26 info

LAND AD AND VOICE COM TWR FREQ 129.5MHZ (PRI) AND 128.5MHZ (SRY) HR OF SER

2026-06-25 09:10:00 2026-09-21 16:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at VGCB?: The tower frequency at Cox s Bazar Airport is 129.5 MHz.
What fuel is available at VGCB?: Cox s Bazar Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does VGCB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Cox s Bazar Airport (Bangladesh).
Where is VGCB located?: Cox s Bazar Airport (VGCB) is located in Cox s Bazar, Bangladesh.
What is the IATA code for VGCB?: The IATA code for Cox s Bazar Airport is CXB.
How long is the runway at VGCB?: The main runway at Cox s Bazar Airport (17/35) measures 2070x38m.
Is VGCB a port of entry?: Yes, Cox s Bazar Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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