Layover in Yangon (RGN)
Yangon International Airport (RGN). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
About Yangon
Yangon, formerly known in English as Rangoon, is the largest city in Myanmar and was the capital of the country until it was replaced by Naypyidaw in 2005. Western governments and Aung San Suu Kyi's NLD party still use the old English name as a sign of non-recognition of the military government that changed the name. Today, with a population of over 5 million people, it remains the largest city and the economic hub of Myanmar.
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How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | About 1h 33m in the city | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 33m in the city | About 1h 58m in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 33m in the city | About 3h 58m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 33m in the city | About 7h 58m in the city |
Getting into Yangon
About 26m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 13 km (8 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Yangon?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 4 hours or more to get into Yangon and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from RGN to central Yangon?
Allow about 26m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 13 km (8 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to RGN?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.