Non-stop flights from Mandalay (MDL)
Mandalay Airport (IATA: MDL, ICAO: VYMD), also known as Mandalay International Airport, is the second largest airport in Myanmar (Burma).It is an international airport and serves the area of Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma).Mandalay Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 13 destinations in 3 countries.
At present, there are 7 domestic flights from Mandalay.
The longest flight from Mandalay MDL is a 2,401 mile (3,864 km) non-stop route to Novosibirsk OVB. This direct flight takes around 6 hours and 30 minutes and is operated by Myanmar Airways.
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In total there are 5 airlines flying from and to Mandalay. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Mandalay
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Mandalay, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Mandalay that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Mandalay. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Mandalay by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Mandalay below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Best time to travel from Mandalay
Traveling from Mandalay offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including . Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below.
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 6 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Mandalay, you have the option to take a direct flight to 3 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🌺 Subtropical destinations
Travelers from Mandalay can fly directly to 3 subtropical locations. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Currently, there is only one warm continental destination accessible from Mandalay via a direct flight. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
Business class flights from Mandalay
There are 6 airports that have flights from Mandalay in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from MDL are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Mandalay
There are intercontinental flights operating from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) between Mandalay and Europe, China and South-Eastern Asia.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Mandalay and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle-East, Southern Asia, Japan, Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Mandalay to Europe
Myanmar Airways is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Mandalay to Europe. They fly seasonal to Novosibirsk (OVB).
Non-stop flights from Mandalay to China
China Eastern (SkyTeam): year-round to Kunming (KMG).
Ruili Airlines: seasonal flights to Mang City (LUM).
Non-stop flights from Mandalay to South-East Asia
Myanmar Airways: year-round to Homalin (HOX), Kalemyo (KMV), seasonal flights to Kengtung (KET), year-round flights to Myitkyina (MYT), seasonal flights to Tachilek (THL), year-round flights to Yangon (RGN), Bangkok (BKK), Bangkok (Don Muang) (DMK) and Chiang Mai (CNX).
Air Thanlwin: seasonal flights to Myitkyina (MYT) and Tachilek (THL).
Myanmar: seasonal flights to Khamti (KHM).
International flights from Mandalay
Flights from Mandalay to China
There are 2 destinations in China that have non-stop flights from Mandalay.
Direct flights to Kunming are offered by China Eastern (SkyTeam).
The only airline with direct flights to Mang City is Ruili Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to China
Flights from Mandalay to Russia
Novosibirsk is the only destination in Russia with direct flights from Mandalay. Direct flights to Novosibirsk are offered by Myanmar Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in February.
All flights to Russia
Flights from Mandalay to Thailand
If you are looking for a direct flight from Mandalay to Thailand, there are 3 destinations to choose from.
All direct flights from Mandalay to Bangkok, Bangkok (Don Muang) and Chiang Mai are operated by Myanmar Airways.
All flights to Thailand
Domestic flights from Mandalay
Flights from Mandalay to Myanmar (Burma)
There are several airports within Myanmar (Burma) that have domestic flights departing from Mandalay (7 in total).
All direct flights from Mandalay to Homalin, Kalemyo and Kengtung are operated by Myanmar Airways.
The only airline with direct flights to Khamti is Myanmar. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in May 2026.
To Myitkyina and Tachilek, you can fly with Air Thanlwin and Myanmar Airways.
Direct flights to Yangon are offered by Myanmar Airways.
All flights to Myanmar (Burma)
Alternative airports near Mandalay
There are two alternative airports to Mandalay (MDL) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which are Bagan (NYU) and Heho (HEH).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Mandalay?
There is 1 airport in Mandalay: Mandalay International Airport (MDL).
What is the best airport to fly from Mandalay?
The most convenient airport to fly from Mandalay is Mandalay International Airport (MDL).
How many airlines fly from Mandalay?
There are 5 airlines flying from Mandalay to 13 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Mandalay?
Myanmar Airways, Air Thanlwin and Myanmar operate most flights from Mandalay. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Mandalay?
SkyTeam is currently the only alliance flying from Mandalay.
How many nonstop flights are there from Mandalay?
There are roughly 249 flights departing from Mandalay every month (or 56 flights each week), to a total of 13 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Mandalay Airport?
The official name of Mandalay Airport is Mandalay International Airport.
What is the airport code of Mandalay Airport?
The airport code of Mandalay Airport is MDL.
What are the most popular flights from Mandalay?
Yangon, Myitkyina and Bangkok are the 3 most popular routes from Mandalay. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Mandalay, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Mandalay?
| Mandalay to Yangon | 1h 5m |
| Mandalay to Myitkyina | 1h 20m |
| Mandalay to Bangkok | 1h 50m |
| Mandalay to Bangkok (Don Muang) | 1h 50m |
| Mandalay to Mang City | 1h 20m |
