Sittwe Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 13h 14m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Sittwe Airport
Sittwe Airport is an airport in Sittwe, Rakhine State, Myanmar. In Burmese it is known as စစ်တွေ လေဆိပ်.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
VYSWLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 6,001 ft / 1,829 m | 151 ft | Bit | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YANGON | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Myanmar airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sittwe Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sittwe Airport?
The ICAO code for Sittwe Airport is VYSW, and its IATA code is AKY.
Where is Sittwe Airport located?
Sittwe Airport is medium airport located in Sittwe, Myanmar, at an elevation of 27 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Sittwe Airport have?
Sittwe Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,001 ft / 1,829 m.
Which airlines fly to Sittwe Airport?
Airlines historically serving Sittwe Airport include Air Bagan, Air Mandalay (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Sittwe Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Sittwe Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Sittwe Airport in?
Sittwe Airport is in the Asia/Yangon time zone (UTC+06:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Sittwe Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sittwe Airport is approximately 0.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sittwe Airport?
The nearest airport to Sittwe Airport is Mrauk-U Airport (VYMU), about 31.9 nm to the ne, followed by Kyaukpyu Airport and Seinzan (Paletwa) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sittwe Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.