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KET Kengtung Airport
Kengtung Airport (IATA: KET, ICAO:VYKG) is located in the the city of Kengtung, Myanmar.

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IATA Code

KET

ICAO Code

VYKG

Name

Kengtung Airport

Type

Country / Region

Myanmar (MM)

City

Kengtung

Latitude

21.3015995

Longitude

99.6360016

Time Zone

UTC+06:30

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Kengtung Airport（KET） ICAO: VYKG

Airport Overview

Kengtung Airport is a regional airport serving Kengtung in eastern Myanmar, near the country’s borders with Thailand, Laos and China. The supplied airport record places the facility at 21.3015995, 99.6360016, with a local time zone of UTC+06:30. Its logistics role is best assessed as regional and connectivity-dependent rather than as an international cargo gateway. The available record shows air_num: 0 and exp_num: 0; our service team therefore treats scheduled cargo availability, customs handling and acceptance capability as items requiring direct pre-confirmation. For export or import shipments, we can first check whether Kengtung Airport can support the required movement, then compare routing through a larger Myanmar or neighboring-country gateway where appropriate.

Key Highlights

Regional airport profileSuitable for locally generated or time-flexible shipments only after acceptance and handling arrangements are confirmed.
Limited cargo visibilityThe supplied record does not identify active cargo or express services, so a normal freighter solution should not be assumed.
Border-region locationCross-border trucking and gateway transfers may be relevant, but border procedures, permits and road conditions must be checked case by case.
Connection-led planningAvailability may depend on passenger-aircraft belly capacity, ad hoc uplift or onward transfer through another airport.
Pre-clearance is essentialOur team recommends confirming airline acceptance, customs process, warehouse access and final-mile delivery before quoting.

Airport Facts for Forwarders

Airport	Kengtung Airport
IATA / ICAO	KET / VYKG
Country / city	Myanmar / Kengtung
Coordinates	21.3015995, 99.6360016
Time zone	UTC+06:30
Record indicators	air_num: 0; exp_num: 0
Operational interpretation	These indicators do not establish current flight schedules, cargo acceptance, customs hours or warehouse capability. Our service team verifies each shipment against current airport and carrier instructions.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Acceptance and storageDo not presume a dedicated cargo terminal, regular cargo warehouse or off-airport bonded facility. Our team confirms the actual receiving point and storage window before booking.
Customs supervisionExport and import customs availability, examination arrangements and document submission channels require local confirmation for every movement.
Temperature-controlled cargoCold-room, active-container connection and refrigerated truck capability must be checked before accepting pharmaceuticals, perishables or biologics.
Dangerous goodsDG acceptance, trained handling personnel, segregation and aircraft-specific restrictions must be verified with the operating carrier; shipper’s declaration alone does not guarantee acceptance.
Special cargoLive animals, valuables, oversized pieces and human remains require advance airline approval and confirmation of suitable ground handling resources.
Delivery coordinationOur service team can arrange local collection or onward trucking only after confirming vehicle access, airport release procedure and consignee requirements.

Routes & Transit Times

Local upliftWhere an operating carrier accepts the shipment, routing may depend on available passenger-aircraft capacity or an irregular service. Flight availability must be confirmed before pricing.
Gateway connectionFor international cargo, our team may assess an onward move through a suitable Myanmar or neighboring-country gateway, subject to border, transit and customs requirements.
Road-air alternativeCross-border trucking can sometimes provide more predictable cargo access than a local uplift, but border clearance, permits, security and road conditions may materially affect the plan.
Transit planningWe do not promise a fixed transit time. Total lead time depends on booking confirmation, cargo acceptance, connection availability, customs examination, weather and final-mile access.

Before quoting, our service team obtains a current routing option, cut-off instruction, transfer point and estimated schedule from the operating carrier or appointed ground handler.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchmentKengtung and surrounding eastern Shan State communities are the practical local collection area; exact delivery reach depends on road access and security conditions.
Regional tradeThe border-region position may generate cross-border commercial shipments, but routing through Thailand, Laos or China requires a separately verified customs and transport plan.
Likely shipment profilesSmall commercial consignments, documents, spare parts, consumer goods and general cargo may be operationally more realistic than large consolidated export volumes.
Perishables and healthcareFood, agricultural products and medical supplies require confirmed temperature control, packaging suitability, handling time and local delivery capability.
Industrial cargoMachinery parts, tools and project components should be checked for dimensions, lifting resources, road restrictions and import licensing before dispatch.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off controlLocal acceptance cut-offs may be earlier or less predictable than those at major gateways. Our team obtains the current tender deadline and avoids dispatching cargo before written acceptance.
Accurate paperworkCommercial invoice, packing list, shipper and consignee details, permits and any commodity-specific documents must match the physical cargo and the customs declaration.
DG, batteries and liquidsClassification, packing, labels, documents and carrier approval must follow the applicable air transport rules. Lithium batteries and restricted articles require particular pre-screening.
Release and deliveryCustoms inspection, limited warehouse access, consignee identification and local vehicle availability can delay collection. The receiver should be ready before cargo arrival.

Shipping Tips

Request a feasibility check firstSend commodity, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, value, origin, destination and desired date to our service team before committing cargo.
Prepare a fallback routeFor urgent or international shipments, ask us to compare local uplift with a gateway-and-truck solution rather than relying on one airport option.
Pack for transfer handlingUse robust outer packaging, clear piece marks and moisture protection; fragile, temperature-sensitive and oversized cargo needs a handling plan confirmed in advance.
Control document timingProvide complete commercial documents early and ensure consignee contact details, import permissions and customs instructions are available before uplift.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Kengtung Airport receive international air cargo directly?Direct international acceptance cannot be assumed from the airport code alone. Our team checks the current operating carrier, customs status, cargo acceptance point and any transit requirements before confirming the booking.
Does Kengtung Airport have regular cargo flights?The supplied record lists air_num and exp_num as zero and does not establish a current cargo schedule. We verify available uplift on the requested date and provide a gateway alternative when necessary.
Can temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals be shipped through Kengtung Airport?Only after confirming cold-chain storage, handling time, airline acceptance, packaging performance and final-mile temperature control. If these cannot be confirmed, our team assesses another gateway.
How should dangerous goods be booked?Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, net quantity, package details and relevant declaration before booking. Carrier approval and local handling capability remain subject to confirmation.
What is the fastest way to arrange a shipment?Send complete cargo and customs information at the first inquiry. Our service team then checks acceptance, cut-off, routing, transfer handling and delivery access together instead of quoting flight space alone.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport name, codes, location, coordinates, country, city, time zone and record indicators are reproduced from the airport master data supplied for this page. Operational items such as cargo acceptance, schedules, customs availability, handling facilities and transit times are intentionally presented as verification points because they can change and were not established by the supplied record.

For independent reference to international airline and airport coding frameworks, consult iata.org and icao.int. These reference domains do not replace confirmation from the operating carrier, airport authority, customs office or appointed ground handler. Our service team validates shipment-specific details before acceptance.