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RGN Yangon International Airport
Yangon International Airport (IATA: RGN, ICAO:VYYY) is located in the the city of Mingaladon, Myanmar. It is the primary international airport serving Mingaladon and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+9596900916

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IATA Code

RGN

ICAO Code

VYYY

Name

Yangon International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Myanmar (MM)

City

Mingaladon

Latitude

16.9073009

Longitude

96.1332016

Time Zone

UTC+06:30

Phone Number

+9596900916

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Airport Overview

Yangon International Airport（RGN）, also known as Mingaladon Airport, is Myanmar’s principal international gateway. It is located in Mingaladon, approximately 15 km north of central Yangon, at 16.9073009, 96.1332016, and operates in the UTC+06:30 time zone. For air freight, the airport functions primarily as an international gateway serving Yangon’s commercial and industrial hinterland, with regional connections commonly routed through Southeast Asian, Chinese, South Asian and Middle Eastern hubs. Our platform treats it as a schedule- and documentation-sensitive gateway: confirmed uplift, handling acceptance, customs release and final delivery arrangements should be checked before cargo is tendered.

Airport	Yangon International Airport
Codes	IATA: RGN \| ICAO: VYYY
Location	Yangon, Myanmar; locality: Mingaladon
Coordinates	16.9073009, 96.1332016
Time zone	UTC+06:30
Runway information	The supplied airport record describes a runway extended to 3,600 m; operational availability and aircraft restrictions must be confirmed for the planned movement.

Key Highlights

Primary Myanmar gateway: Yangon is the main international air entry point for cargo destined for the Yangon metropolitan area and surrounding commercial markets.
Regional hub dependence: Shipments may require connection planning through Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Guangzhou, Kunming, Doha or other available gateways, depending on origin, destination and carrier capacity.
Schedule sensitivity: International uplift and freighter or passenger-belly capacity can change with season, route suspension, aircraft rotation and regulatory conditions.
Customs-led release: Commercial invoices, packing lists, permits and commodity descriptions must be consistent because customs inspection or documentary clarification can affect delivery timing.
Special cargo requires advance confirmation: Dangerous goods, pharmaceuticals, perishables, live animals and oversized pieces should not be tendered until the airline and handling chain accept the shipment in writing.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Yangon International Airport supports airport cargo handling through airlines, appointed ground handlers, customs and local logistics providers. Publicly available information does not establish a fixed cargo terminal layout, warehouse area or universal service profile; our service team therefore confirms the handling chain for each booking rather than assuming a facility capability.

General cargo acceptanceStandard export and import cargo is normally arranged through the airline or its appointed cargo agent. Booking confirmation should specify piece count, gross weight, dimensions, commodity and airport of origin.

Customs-controlled handlingExport declaration, import clearance, inspection and release may involve customs-controlled areas. The importer or appointed broker should be identified before arrival to avoid storage exposure.

Temperature-sensitive cargoCold-chain acceptance, cool-room access, handling priority and temperature excursion procedures must be confirmed for each airline and shipment. Use validated packaging where continuous airport refrigeration cannot be guaranteed.

Dangerous goodsAcceptance is subject to airline approval, IATA DGR documentation, compliant packaging, marks, labels and available trained handling resources. Do not rely on general cargo acceptance for regulated articles.

Oversized and heavy cargoAircraft type, ULD contour, ramp equipment, truck access and handling windows should be checked before booking. Provide accurate dimensions, centre of gravity and lifting requirements.

Delivery and collectionOur platform can coordinate broker appointment, airport collection and onward trucking, but release authority, consignee identification and local access requirements must be confirmed before dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical regional routing: Depending on current schedules, cargo may move directly or via Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Guangzhou, Kunming, Hong Kong, Hanoi, Doha, New Delhi or other available hubs. Specific carrier and routing availability is subject to confirmation.
China-related cargo: Shipments to or from China may be planned through available services linking Yangon with selected Chinese gateways, but capacity, transshipment rules and customs requirements can change.
Europe, North America and the Middle East: These markets commonly require one or more hub connections. Total transit time depends on connection integrity, space confirmation, customs processing and local delivery.
Transit-time control: Our platform quotes only after checking the actual flight plan, booking cut-off, handling acceptance, weekends or holidays, transshipment dwell time and destination clearance requirements. Published schedules are not a delivery guarantee.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterlandYangon and the wider Yangon Region form the principal catchment area. Cargo for Mandalay, Naypyidaw, border trade areas or other regions may require bonded or domestic onward transport after airport release.

Manufacturing and trade cargoCommon forwarding enquiries include garments and textiles, footwear, machinery parts, industrial components, electrical goods, consumer products and commercial samples.

Perishables and agricultural productsFresh produce, seafood and other time-sensitive commodities may be handled when airline acceptance, packaging, phytosanitary or veterinary documentation and destination import rules are satisfied.

Healthcare and priority shipmentsMedicines, laboratory materials and medical devices require commodity-specific permits, packaging and temperature instructions. The service level must be agreed with the airline before dispatch.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off planning: Airline cargo cut-off varies by flight, commodity, handling agent and documentation status. Our service team confirms the physical acceptance deadline and document deadline separately; do not plan against departure time alone.
Accurate shipment data: The commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill, export declaration and permits should show matching shipper, consignee, description, quantity, value, weight and country-of-origin information.
Regulated cargo: Dangerous goods require a shipper’s declaration where applicable; lithium batteries, chemicals, aerosols, biological materials, medicines, food, plants and animal products may trigger additional airline or government controls.
Customs and inspection risk: Vague descriptions, undervaluation, missing permits, inconsistent quantities or an unavailable consignee can lead to inspection, storage, re-documentation or delayed release. Verify the local broker before uplift.

Operational information is subject to the airline, ground handler, Myanmar customs and other competent authorities in effect at the time of shipment. Our platform will request shipment-specific confirmation for restricted or time-critical cargo.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, dimensions, gross weight, commodity description, HS code and any permit information to our service team before requesting final space confirmation.
For temperature-sensitive shipments, provide the required temperature range, packaging qualification, data-logger plan, delivery priority and acceptable excursion procedure. Do not assume airport storage is a substitute for validated packaging.
For dangerous goods or lithium batteries, provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, battery details and completed documentation before cargo collection.
For urgent or unstable routes, ask our platform to compare direct uplift, hub transshipment and alternative nearby gateway options. The alternative must be checked for customs, trucking, security and final-mile feasibility before booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Yangon International Airport handle international export cargo?

It is Myanmar’s principal international airport and is used for international cargo movements. Acceptance depends on the selected airline, current route, available capacity, commodity and completed export formalities. Our platform verifies these points before tendering.

Can I book a direct flight to my destination?

Not necessarily. Direct availability varies by season, carrier network, aircraft capacity and destination. Many long-haul shipments require a regional or Middle Eastern hub connection, and the confirmed routing should be checked at booking.

How early should cargo be delivered to the airport?

The correct timing is the airline’s confirmed cargo acceptance deadline, not a generic airport rule. Our service team obtains the applicable document and physical cut-offs after reviewing the flight, commodity and handling requirements.

What documents are usually required for customs clearance?

A commercial invoice, packing list and air waybill are commonly required, while export or import declarations, permits, certificates of origin, phytosanitary or veterinary documents and product-specific approvals may apply according to the commodity.

Can the airport accept dangerous goods or perishables?

Potentially, but acceptance is shipment-specific. Airline approval, compliant packaging, correct declarations, handling capability and any government permits must be confirmed in advance. Our platform will not treat general cargo space as approval for special cargo.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport name, codes, locality, coordinates, time zone and the supplied runway description are based on the airport record provided for this page. Route, airline, acceptance, handling, customs and transit statements are operational guidance and may change by date, carrier, commodity and government control.

International airport and airline industry reference: iata.org
International aviation standards reference: icao.int
Myanmar civil aviation authority reference: dcamyanmar.com

The listed domains provide reference points for airport, aviation and regulatory verification. For every shipment, our service team confirms the current airline schedule, cargo acceptance, customs documentation, handling arrangements and delivery conditions directly through the applicable operational parties.