Cheap flights from Yangon (RGN)

Myanmar's primary international gateway in the former capital

Yangon International is Myanmar's busiest airport, sitting in Mingaladon about 15 km north of central Yangon. It remains the country's main international gateway despite the political relocation to Naypyitaw. Myanmar Airways International, Myanmar National Airlines, Thai Airways, AirAsia and Singapore Airlines run the bulk of service, though international supply has shrunk sharply since 2021 with many Western carriers withdrawing.

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Airlines flying from Yangon (RGN)

Major carriers: Myanmar Airways International, Myanmar National Airlines, Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air KBZ. Low-cost carriers: AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Scoot, VietJet Air.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Yangon airport from the city?
RGN is in Mingaladon township, about 15 km north of central Yangon, a 30-45 minute drive depending on traffic. Metered taxis are reliable; agree the fare or insist on the meter at the rank. Flightmussy is free and needs no signup, so you can compare arrival options without an account.
Which low-cost carriers fly from Yangon?
AirAsia and Thai AirAsia run Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur, Scoot connects Singapore, and VietJet Air covers Vietnamese hubs. These LCCs often undercut the legacy carriers but get buried in default search results. Flightmussy surfaces them prominently because Google Flights frequently de-prioritises low-cost options in Southeast Asia.
What is the IATA code for Yangon airport?
Yangon's airport uses the IATA code RGN, after the city's older spelling Rangoon. Yangon International is Myanmar's primary commercial gateway despite the capital moving to Naypyitaw in 2005. Search RGN directly on Flightmussy rather than a country search for the cleanest fare comparison on the still-active routes.
When should I book flights to Yangon?
Book at least four to six weeks ahead because international supply has thinned since 2021. The cool dry months November through February are peak. Avoid Thingyan (Burmese New Year) in mid-April when domestic fares spike. The Flightmussy 12-month fare heatmap shows which weeks actually have inventory.

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