Transfer Options from Yangon Airport to City

If you’re looking to explore an incredibly unique city in Myanmar, Yangon is the perfect vacation spot for you. With heavy British influence, there are plenty of historical colonial buildings to see. Plus, there’s a large Buddhist community in Yangon, so there’s no shortage of breathtaking pagodas and temples to explore.

When it comes to travelling from Yangon airport to the city, you have two options; taxi or bus. Taking a Yangon airport taxi is the quickest way to travel, as the journey is just 20 minutes long and the cost will be around €7 (MMK 15,000). Taking the RGN Shuttle bus will take closer to 50 minutes to get from Yangon airport to downtown, but it costs just €0.25 (MMK 500) per ticket.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Yangon at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€7	20min	24/7
Bus	€0.50	50min	24/7

How to get from Yangon Airport to the City by Taxi

Taking a taxi from Yangon airport to the city centre is quick, easy and affordable. The total journey time is just 20 minutes and the cost of a Yangon airport to city taxi will be around €7 (MMK 15,000).

How much is a taxi from Yangon Airport to Downtown?

The local Yangon airport taxi drivers offer set fares based on where in the city you’re travelling to. The average cost for the journey from Yangon airport to the city centre is €7 (MMK 15,000), but the exact fare is up to your driver.

If you’d prefer to take a Yangon airport taxi with a fixed-rate fare you can count on, we suggest pre-booking with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€7 (MMK 15,000)

Trip Duration

20 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Yangon Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Yangon Airport?

Taxis are readily available 24/7 from directly outside the terminal at Yangon airport. Simply exit the main doors and turn to your left.

Convenience

If you’re looking for a quick and fairly affordable way to get from Yangon airport to the city, taking a taxi is your best option. You won’t have to wait for public transport to arrive, nor will you have to worry about safely storing your personal belongings. Instead, you can make your way directly to the door of your hotel in Yangon in just 20 minutes.

Editor’s Note

If you don't like the price a taxi driver has given you, you can either barter with them or move on to a different taxi.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price before beginning your journey.

Luggage that can be stored in the trunk can be brought for free.

Be sure to bring small notes as not all drivers will carry change.

How to get from Yangon Airport to the City Centre by Bus

There are two different RGN Shuttle bus lines that run from Yangon airport to the city; Pyay Road and Kabar Aye Pagoda Road. Each line takes around 50 minutes to reach the city centre and the cost of a ticket is a very affordable €0.25 (MMK 500).

How much is the bus from Yangon Airport to Downtown?

The cost of the RGN Shuttle bus from Yangon airport to the city will be €0.25 (MMK 500). You will pay for your ticket by placing exact change into a large metal machine when stepping onto the bus. Be sure to have the exact amount of money, as this machine doesn’t provide change.

Cost

€0.25 (MMK 500)

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 20 minutes for the bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The RGN Shuttle bus runs 24/7 from Yangon Airport.

Where do I find the bus at Yangon Airport?

The RGN Shuttle buses leave from right outside the arrivals area at Yangon airport. Walk out of the exit doors, turn left, and walk past the taxi rank. The buses will then be right in front of you.

Convenience

Although taking the bus from Yangon airport to the city is the cheapest option, it’s not the most convenient. There are very limited stops within the city, so chances are, you will need to take a taxi from the bus stop to your hotel. There’s also no luggage storage on the bus, so if you’re travelling with large suitcases, this journey will be very difficult.

Editor’s Note

If you're worried about which bus to take, there will be RGN Shuttle bus representatives at the airport to help you decide which route is the best for you.

Useful Tips

Ensure you have the exact change as the machine on the bus won't give change.

Pay attention to the bus line, each one makes different stops throughout the city.

There's no luggage storage on the bus, be sure to travel light.

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How do I get from Yangon Airport to the city?

There are two ways to get from Yangon airport to the city; by taxi or bus. Taking a Yangon airport taxi will take 20 minutes and cost €7 (MMK 15,000), while the RGN Shuttle bus will take 50 minutes and cost just €0.25 (MMK 500) one-way per traveller.

What's the cost of a taxi from Yangon Airport to downtown?

The cost of a local Yangon airport taxi will depend on your driver. The average fare from Yangon airport to downtown is €7 (MMK 15,000). However, if you’d prefer the peace of mind that comes with a fixed rate fare that won’t change, you can pre-book with Welcome Pickups.

Is there a direct bus from Yangon Airport to the city centre?

The RGN Shuttle buses run from Yangon airport to the city 24 hours a day. The journey time is 50 minutes and the cost of a one-way ticket is €0.25 (MMK 500), payable on the bus.

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