Shah Amanat International Airport

VGEG / CGP

Chattogram (Chittagong), BD

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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10:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
10 kt
240°
3.2 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VGEG 041000Z 24010KT 3200 HZ NSC 28/22 Q1008 NOSIG
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (12 ft)
Pressure Alt
170 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,733 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VGEG 041100Z 0412/0518 27010KT 3500 HZ SCT090 BECMG 0418/0420 04008KT 3200 HZ NSC TEMPO 0423/0504 06006KT 1500 BR FEW016 SCT090 BECMG 0505/0507 26008KT 4000 HZ FEW018 SCT090 BECMG 0516/0518 05008KT 3500 HZ SCT090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:04Z BASE
+0h
IFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 3.5 km
Haze
18:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR 40° 8 kt
Visibility: 3.2 km
Haze
23:00Z TEMPO
+12h
LIFR 60° 6 kt
Visibility: 1.5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GEG
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,646 ft 150 ft PEM 48°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VGEG

2,878 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.4%
MVFR
38%
IFR
55.8%
LIFR
5.7%

Shah Amanat International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 61.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 107 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 34°C with an average of 25.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 107 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.2%
NE
17.6%
E
8.7%
SE
6.2%
S
5.7%
SW
6.3%
W
13.9%
NW
25.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.1°C
Range: 13°C to 34°C
13°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

September October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,878 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shah Amanat International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VGEG
IATA Code: CGP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12 ft MSL

Location

City: Chattogram (Chittagong)
Country: BD
Latitude: 22.249599°
Longitude: 91.813301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,646 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Shah Amanat International Airport

Overview

Shah Amanat International Airport serves Chattogram, Bangladesh's second-largest city and a critical maritime gateway. Located at 12 ft mean sea level with coordinates 22.249599, 91.813301, this medium-sized airport supports regional and international commercial aviation operations in southeastern Bangladesh.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological observations reveal complex flying conditions, with 50.2% MVFR and 44.1% IFR conditions predominating annually. Temperature ranges from 13°C to 34°C with an average of 25.4°C, while wind patterns are characterized by northwest prevailing winds at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional extreme gusts up to 107 knots. September, October, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 spans 9,646 feet with a PEM surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Coastal proximity suggests potential for rapid weather transitions and maritime meteorological influences. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of severely restricted visibility (fog present only 2.3% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates exceptional wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of only 4.3 knots. Pilots should anticipate northwest wind patterns and prepare for potential MVFR or IFR conditions, which collectively represent 95.3% of recorded weather observations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.