Yangon travel guide

Yangon Tourism | Yangon Guide

You're Going to Love Yangon

With 4.48 million inhabitants, Yangon is the most populous city in Myanmar. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Yangon to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Yangon

Yangon in September
Estimated hotel price
€54
1 night at 3-star hotel
Yangon in September
Estimated hotel price
€54
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Yangon in April, when the average temperature is 31 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 640 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Yangon, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.

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How to Get to Yangon

Plane

When flying to Yangon, you’ll arrive at Yangon Mingaladon (RGN), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Yangon from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 33h 15m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Yangon Bus Station, located 7 km from the city centre of Yangon. Yangon Central Railway Station is also a commonly used station, and is 10 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Yangon, you’ll arrive at Yangon Mingaladon (RGN), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Yangon from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 33h 15m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Yangon Bus Station, located 7 km from the city centre of Yangon. Yangon Central Railway Station is also a commonly used station, and is 10 km from the city centre.

Airports near Yangon

Airlines serving Yangon

KLM
Good (854 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,301 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (182 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (463 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (215 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (30 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (259 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,254 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (606 reviews)
XiamenAir
Good (21 reviews)
SriLankan Airlines
Good (47 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (146 reviews)
Thai AirAsia
Good (146 reviews)
Royal Brunei Airlines
Okay (7 reviews)
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Where to stay in Yangon

From 5-star hotels such as the Governor's Residence, A Belmond Hotel, Yangon to great affordable options like the Botahtaung Hotel, Yangon offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €30 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €97 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include 15th Street @ Downtown Yangon and Chan Myae Guest House.

Where to stay in popular areas of Yangon

Most booked hotels in Yangon

Lotte Hotel Yangon
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€71+
Novotel Yangon Max
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€62+
Esperado Lake View Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
€24+

Hiring a car in Yangon

Expect to pay €1.32 per litre in Yangon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.84 and €21.11.

Expect to pay €1.32 per litre in Yangon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.84 and €21.11.