FAQs

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Which airlines are operating at YIA?

All international airlines are operating at T1, and all domestic airlines are operating at T3. T2 is currently closed for renovation processes. Please refer to the links for more information about which airlines are in which terminal.

International Flight Schedule: Click Here.
Domestic Flight Schedule: Click Here.
Learn more about Airline Directory: Click Here.

When do the check-in counters usually open and what time is the advance check-in time?

Depending on the airlines’ requirements, check-in counters usually open 2 hr to 2.5 hr before the ETD (Estimated Time of Departure) of respective flights.

Do you have any off-airport check-in service?

Off-airport check-in service is not available at YIA. Check-in services are handled by the respective airlines.

 

What are the customs allowances on arrival, and what are the prohibited goods?

Please contact the Public Relations Section of Customs Head Quarter at 01-391430, 432, 433,434, to 438 (Ext- 150) within office hours.

I need to check something with the airlines, do you have any contact?

Please contact the respective airlines directly via their Facebook Pages or Website Pages or Click Here for the airline directory.

How can I buy an air ticket at the airport?

For flight ticket queries, please contact directly to respective airlines or travel agencies.

At the Airport

Is there a place for me to leave luggage at the airport?

“Left Baggage Service” counters are located at the Terminal 1 public area near Exit 7 and open around the clock. For more information, dial the YIA Left Baggage Service Counter at 09-9670591.

I have a connection to a domestic flight; how do I go to the domestic terminal from the international terminal?

YACL offers a free shuttle bus between the T1 and T3. There are two locations – Opposite of Gate 3 for T1 and Opposite of Departure Door 1 for T3.

Where are the immigration counters located, and what are the immigration procedures?

For arrival, the immigration counters are located at the ground floor of the arrival area.

For departure, the immigration counters are located on the 1st floor of the departure area.

The immigration procedures are the valid passport, visa (if required), and other travel documents.

Is there any baggage wrap service in YIA? How much does it cost?

YIA has 2 baggage wrapping service counters at T1 Public Area and 1 baggage wrapping service counter at T3 Public Area. The service charge starts from 5,000 MMK to 15,000 MMK per item depending on its size.

Is there any free Wi-Fi?

Please search the Wi-Fi network (WiFI@YIA for T1 and WiFI@YIAT3 for T3) and register. Then, you can get the 30 minutes free Wi-Fi service at YIA.
You can also inquire at the Information desk regarding YIA Wi-Fi registration.

What are the different zones and car parking charges?

Parking A and B, Coach Parking, Night Parking, and Taxi Pools are located opposite International Terminal.
Domestic Terminal Parking is located next to Domestic Terminal. Please refer to the [Link] for more details about the parking fees.

How do companies or individuals obtain approval for photography and filming at Yangon International Airport?

For more details, please contact our commercial team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and please refer to the [Link].

Is there a porter service at YIA?

Meet and Greet Porter Service Counter at T1 near Gate (4) and T3 near Gate (1). The service charge is free.

Is there an airport taxi service?

Grab Airport Taxi Service available for both International and Domestics Terminals of Yangon International Airport. Travellers can avail the Grab Taxis with their own Grab App or via the Web-Booking Services by Grab Taxi Service Counters inside the terminals and also advise the travellers to the designated waiting area.

For Booking: https://grb.to/GTBooking

Download Grab App: https://www.grab.com/mm/en/download/

What are prohibited Goods not allowed in Myanmar?

Kindly refer to the Union Republic of Myanmar Customs website for goods allowed and prohibited to Myanmar: https://www.customs.gov.mm

Is there Fast Track or VIP type services at YIA?

Yes, there is, for more information, you can contact Mingalar Sky Premium Services:https://www.mingalarsky.com

How far is YIA from Yangon city center?

YIA is approximately 11.5 miles from the city center, and depending on traffic, may take 45 minutes of travel time.

Does YIA have hotels or transit rooms in the terminals?

YIA does not have such facilities yet, however there are a number of different tier hotels located near YIA.

Are there shower facilities at YIA?

Yes, the shower facilities are located at the Mingalar Sky Lounges, for more information please visit: https://www.mingalarsky.com

Is there pay-per-use Lounges at YIA?

Yes, the pay-per-use Lounges are operated by Mingalar Sky Lounges, for more information, please visit: https://www.mingalarsky.com

I am very interested in working at Yangon International airport. Can you give me an email address/ phone number?

To express interest in joining our company, please send your resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Click Here.


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