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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 Division of Myanmar. It is the primary air access point for tourists visiting the thousands of ancient Buddhist temples and pagodas that define the Bagan archaeological zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The airport handles domestic flights connecting Bagan to Yangon, Mandalay, and other major Myanmar cities. International charter flights have also operated here during peak tourism seasons. The facility is relatively small, reflecting the regional nature of its traffic.
Tourism is the dominant driver of passenger demand at Bagan Airport, with visitor numbers historically tied to the rise and fall of Myanmar's broader tourism industry. Political and social developments in Myanmar since 2021 have significantly reduced international tourism and affected air services.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to its regional domestic traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Taxis and shared minivans are the primary ground transport options connecting Nyaung U Airport to the Bagan temple zone and nearby towns.
Airlines here
Myanmar Airways International, Air KBZ, and Myanmar National Airlines have historically operated services to and from Bagan Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Serves as the main air gateway to the Bagan archaeological zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- ›Located near Nyaung U town, approximately 4 km from the main Bagan temple area.
- ›Primarily handles domestic routes to Yangon and Mandalay.
- ›Tourism demand has sharply declined following Myanmar's 2021 military coup.
- ›The airport was upgraded in the late 1990s to accommodate growing tourism interest in Bagan.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
