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Mandalay International Airport (MDL)
Mandalay International Airport is an international airport serving Mandalay (Mandalay Region), Myanmar (Burma). Its IATA code is MDL and its ICAO code is VYMD. It has one runway, 4,268 m long.
- IATAMDL
- ICAOVYMD
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- MDL
- ICAO code
- VYMD
- City
- Mandalay
- Region / province
- Mandalay Region
- Country / territory
- Myanmar (Burma)
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 21.7022° N, 95.9779° E
- Elevation
- 91 m (300 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Yangon (UTC+06:30)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 4,268 m (14,003 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 4,268 m14,003 ft | Concrete |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
1,431 km
Direct flight: ≈ 2 h 15 min
Hanoi (HAN)
1,018 km
Direct flight: ≈ 1 h 45 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
1,661 km
Direct flight: ≈ 2 h 35 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 119.200 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.725 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.600 MHz |
Air freight to and from Mandalay International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Mandalay through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Myanmar (Burma)
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nay Pyi Taw International Airport | NYT | 232 km |
| Yangon International Airport | RGN | 533 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Mandalay International Airport?
The IATA code of Mandalay International Airport is MDL and its ICAO code is VYMD. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Mandalay International Airport located?
Mandalay International Airport is in Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar (Burma), at coordinates 21.7022° N, 95.9779° E and an elevation of 91 m (300 ft).
How far is Mandalay International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Mandalay International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 1,661 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 1,018 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 1,431 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 2 h 35 min.
How long is the runway at Mandalay International Airport?
The longest runway at Mandalay International Airport is 4,268 m (14,003 ft) long, with a concrete surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Mandalay International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Mandalay International Airport (MDL) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.