Travelling from Bangkok to Nay Pyi Taw Airport (NYT): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Check out your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to Nay Pyi Taw Airport (NYT).
Nay Pyi Taw Airport is located in Naypyidaw. The city is in the UTC+6:30 timezone and is 30 minutes behind Bangkok.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to NYT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Nay Pyi Taw Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Suvarnabhumi Airport:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can arrive at DMK from central Bangkok in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Bangkok to NYT flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
66.48% of flights out of Don Mueang International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Nay Pyi Taw Airport (NYT)
Once your flight from Bangkok to Nay Pyi Taw Airport has touched down, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. One Myanmar Resort Nay Pyi Taw is a comfy option that's not too far from NYT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Nay Pyi Taw Airport (NYT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Nay Pyi Taw Airport is R 4,167. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,564. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Bangkok to NYT, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Nay Pyi Taw Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Explore more of Myanmar
You've visited Naypyidaw, now it's time to discover other parts of Myanmar. Travel about 241 kilometres north to Mandalay to tick off its popular sights. From Golden Palace Monastery to Shwe Dagon Pagoda and U-Bein Bridge, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bago is another essential stop in Myanmar and is around 274 kilometres south of Naypyidaw. No journey is complete without seeing Shwethalyaung Buddha, Mya tha lyaung Buddha and Kyaly Khat Wai Monastery.
