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Bagan Airport

Nyaung U, Myanmar

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Bagan Airport

Nyaung U, Myanmar
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Gateway to the ancient temples of Bagan, Myanmar.

Opened
1998
Location
Nyaung U, Myanmar
Bagan Airport, officially known as Nyaung U Airport, serves the historic Bagan region in the Mandalay Region of Myanmar. It is the primary air access point for tourists visiting the UNESCO-recognized archaeological zone of Bagan, home to thousands of ancient Buddhist temples and pagodas. The airport has a single runway and handles domestic flights connecting Bagan to Yangon, Mandalay, and other Myanmar cities. It underwent upgrades and expansion in the early 2020s to accommodate growing tourist demand, though international traffic remains limited. As one of Myanmar's most visited tourist destinations, the airport plays a significant role in the country's tourism infrastructure, particularly given the limited road and rail access to the Bagan area.
Terminals
The airport features a single small terminal building designed primarily for domestic passenger operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to central Bagan and Nyaung U town is available via taxi, minibus, and e-bike rental services.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving the airport have included Myanmar National Airlines, Air KBZ, and Mann Yadanarpon Airlines, all operating domestic routes.
Notable facts
  • ›Located approximately 4 kilometers from the town of Nyaung U and about 6 kilometers from the main Bagan temple zone.
  • ›Serves primarily domestic routes connecting to Yangon and Mandalay.
  • ›The airport sits near one of the world's most significant archaeological sites, with over 2,000 surviving temples and pagodas.
  • ›IATA code NYU reflects the nearby town of Nyaung U rather than the name Bagan.
  • ›International charter flights have occasionally operated to the airport during peak tourism seasons.
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Gateway to ancient temples rising from Myanmar's dusty plains

Bagan Airport, officially known as Nyaung U Airport, serves the historic Bagan region in the Mandalay Division of Myanmar, one of the country's most visited archaeological destinations. The airport connects this ancient city of thousands of Buddhist pagodas and temples to Yangon, Mandalay, and other domestic hubs. Its small, functional terminal reflects the town's modest scale while handling the steady flow of cultural tourists drawn to the Bagan plains.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact domestic terminal handling all arrivals and departures with basic check-in, security, and waiting facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi and private car hire from the terminal forecourt to Nyaung U town and Old Bagan
  • Hotel shuttle transfers arranged through most guesthouses and resorts
  • Electric e-bike and bicycle rentals available near the airport exit
  • Horse-drawn carts offering scenic transfers within the Bagan archaeological zone
Nearby Hotels
  • Aureum Palace Hotel & Resort Bagan
  • Bagan Lodge
  • Hotel Tharabar Gate
  • Nyaung U Hotel
  • Thande Hotel Bagan
Dining

The airport terminal offers very limited food and beverage options, so travellers should plan accordingly. The nearby town of Nyaung U has a lively market street with local teashops, noodle stalls, and small restaurants serving Burmese cuisine at modest prices. Most hotels and resorts in Old Bagan and New Bagan offer full dining services catering to international visitors.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive early as check-in processes can be slow and domestic schedules shift frequently in Myanmar.
  • Carry local kyat cash as ATMs near the airport are limited and card acceptance is not guaranteed.
  • Rent an e-bike rather than a taxi for flexible temple exploration — it is the most popular local option.
  • Balloon flights over the Bagan plains depart at sunrise and must be booked well in advance during peak season.

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Routes

NYU → MDL6T · ATR
NYU → RGN6T · ATR
NYU → HEHW9 · AT7
NYU → MDLW9 · AT7
NYU → RGNW9 · AT7
NYU → MDLYJ · AT7
NYU → RGNYJ · AT7
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Nyaung U Airport
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Nyaung U Airport, also known as Bagan Nyaung Oo Airport, is an airport located in Nyaung-U, a town in the Mandalay Region, Myanmar. It is the primary air gateway to the ancient sites of Bagan and surrounding areas. It The airport has one asphalt runway measuring 2,591 metres.

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