Bangkok to Yangon is a quick international hop across to Myanmar’s largest city and commercial heart — under an hour and a half in the air to the golden Shwedagon Pagoda and Yangon’s faded colonial architecture. Bangkok is the main air gateway for Yangon, so the route is well served by Thai and Myanmar carriers alike. This guide covers who flies non-stop, a fair return fare in baht, and how to get into the city on arrival.
Route: Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi BKK / Don Mueang DMK) → Yangon International (RGN)
Distance: approximately 580 km (360 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 1h 20m – 1h 30m
Direct flights: Yes — Thai Airways, Myanmar Airways International, Myanmar National Airlines and Thai AirAsia fly non-stop. Bangkok is Yangon’s busiest international connection.
Fares from Bangkok to Yangon (THB)
Fares on this short international route stay moderate year-round, firming up around the year-end holidays, Thingyan (Myanmar’s water festival in mid-April) and the cool, dry visiting season. The wetter middle months are quieter and cheaper. The figures below are typical economy return fares in baht — Thai AirAsia usually sets the budget floor, while Thai Airways and the Myanmar carriers sit higher with bags and service included.
| Month | Typical return (economy) | Demand |
|---|---|---|
| January | ฿6,000 – ฿9,000 | high |
| February | ฿5,500 – ฿8,500 | medium-high |
| March | ฿5,000 – ฿7,500 | medium |
| April | ฿5,500 – ฿8,500 | medium-high (Thingyan & Songkran) |
| May | ฿4,800 – ฿7,000 | medium |
| June | ฿4,500 – ฿6,800 | low |
| July | ฿4,500 – ฿6,800 | low |
| August | ฿4,800 – ฿7,000 | low-medium |
| September | ฿4,500 – ฿6,800 | low |
| October | ฿5,000 – ฿7,200 | low-medium |
| November | ฿5,500 – ฿8,000 | medium-high |
| December | ฿6,500 – ฿9,500 | very high |
Reference points from our own deal tracking: a strong non-stop return lands around ฿4,500–฿5,000, a typical fair price is roughly ฿6,000, and budget one-way fares can start near ฿2,500–฿3,000. Full-service returns on Thai Airways or the Myanmar carriers sit toward the upper half of the range with checked bags included.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 1½ hours):
- Thai Airways — the flag carrier, full service from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) with meals and checked baggage.
- Myanmar Airways International (MAI) — Myanmar’s main international carrier, running the most frequencies on the route.
- Myanmar National Airlines — the national flag carrier, non-stop between Bangkok and Yangon.
- Thai AirAsia — low-cost, mainly from Don Mueang (DMK); usually the cheapest headline fare.
Bangkok is Yangon’s busiest international link, so departures are spread across the day. If price is the priority, Thai AirAsia from Don Mueang is normally the cheapest; if you want a bag, a meal and a Suvarnabhumi departure, Thai Airways or the Myanmar carriers are the fuller-service choice.
When to book & how to save
- Book 3–8 weeks ahead for the best short-haul fares; prices climb in the final fortnight and around the festivals.
- Avoid the peaks: the year-end holidays and Thingyan/Songkran in mid-April are the busiest and dearest weeks on both sides of the border.
- Travel in the low season (May–September) for the cheapest fares; it’s wetter but flights and hotels are noticeably cheaper.
- Check the Bangkok airport: the budget non-stop leaves from Don Mueang (DMK), full-service from Suvarnabhumi (BKK).
- Sort your Myanmar e-visa before you fly and carry clean US dollars — they’re widely used and useful for the airport transfer and entry formalities. Check current travel advice for your government before booking.
Arriving in Yangon
Flights land at Yangon International Airport (RGN), about 15 km north of the city centre. There’s no rail link, so the usual way in is a taxi from the airport rank, which takes 30–60 minutes depending on Yangon’s notorious traffic and costs roughly ฿300–฿600 equivalent in dollars or kyat — agree the fare before you set off. Pre-arranged hotel pickups are common and worth it for a first arrival; grab a local SIM at the airport if you want ride-hailing and maps working right away.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Yangon?
The non-stop flight takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes. It’s a short international hop, so once you add boarding, immigration and the airport transfer at each end you’re still door-to-door in well under half a day.
Are there direct flights from Bangkok to Yangon?
Yes. Thai Airways, Myanmar Airways International, Myanmar National Airlines and Thai AirAsia all fly non-stop. Bangkok is Yangon’s busiest international connection, so there are several departures a day across the various carriers.
How much does it cost to fly from Bangkok to Yangon?
A typical economy return runs about ฿4,500–฿9,000 depending on season and airline. Thai AirAsia booked early in the low season can dip toward ฿4,500 return, while full-service fares with bags and the December peak sit at the top of the range. Budget one-way fares can start near ฿2,500.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Yangon?
June, July and September are usually the cheapest, with returns from around ฿4,500. Avoid December, early January and mid-April (Thingyan and Songkran), which are the busiest and most expensive weeks.
Which airlines fly from Bangkok to Yangon?
Non-stop: Thai Airways (full service, from Suvarnabhumi), Myanmar Airways International and Myanmar National Airlines, plus Thai AirAsia (budget, from Don Mueang). Thai AirAsia usually has the lowest fares; the others include bags and service.
Which airport do I fly into in Yangon?
All flights land at Yangon International Airport (RGN), the city’s main airport about 15 km north of the centre. From Bangkok you can depart from either Suvarnabhumi (BKK) or Don Mueang (DMK), so check which one your ticket uses before arranging transport.
How far in advance should I book Bangkok to Yangon flights?
Aim for 3 to 8 weeks ahead. It’s a well-served short route, so you don’t need to book months out, but the cheapest seats sell first and prices rise in the last two weeks and around Thai and Myanmar public holidays.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes. Tuesday-to-Thursday departures usually undercut weekend travel, and flexing your dates by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to save on a return. Combine that with an early booking for the best result.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Prices are indicative economy returns and change with demand — always check the live fare before booking.
