Kish International Airport, airport In Kish, Iran
Kish International Airport is an airport on Kish Island in the Persian Gulf, serving both domestic and international routes. It has two separate terminal buildings, each with check-in counters, seating areas, food outlets, and a CIP lounge that stays open around the clock.
The airport was built in the early 1970s and opened before the end of that decade. After opening, night landing lights and updated systems were gradually added to keep the facility running safely.
Kish Island is a free trade zone, and travelers arriving here do not need a standard Iranian visa, which makes the airport a gateway that sees many visitors from neighboring countries. The shops inside the terminals reflect this role, offering goods and souvenirs that appeal to regional shoppers.
Taxis wait outside the terminals but do not use meters, so it is worth agreeing on a price before getting in. Some nearby hotels offer shuttle services, and there are bank branches and postal services inside the building.
The airport has a 24-hour emergency medical center on site, which is not common for a facility of this size. The departure area also has massage chairs available for passengers waiting for their flights.
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