Snow-capped peaks of the eastern Himalayas, visible from Putao

Airport · Putao, Myanmar

Putao Airport PBU

2 km from central Putao. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.

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2 km
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IATA · ICAO
PBU · VYPT

About the airport

Putao Airport serves Putao, Myanmar’s northernmost town, at the foot of snow-capped Himalayan foothills. It is a small regional airport with limited scheduled domestic flights. Domestic routes and schedules in Myanmar can change with little notice, so it’s worth confirming your flight shortly before travelling.

Terminals

It has a single small terminal building, with arrivals and departures under the same roof. Flights are few, mainly domestic services, so check the schedule before you travel.

Services

Facilities are basic, so it is worth arriving prepared; hotels, restaurants and shops are in the city. A taxi is the usual way to get to and from the airport.

Official website

Getting to the city

  • Taxi

    Taxis or pre-arranged transport wait outside the terminal, or can be booked through your hotel; agree the fare before getting in, as most are not metered.

Airport map

Terminal

A single, small terminal building, with arrivals and departures under the same roof. It is a small regional airport with limited scheduled domestic flights.

Putao

Things to do in Putao

Putao, Myanmar's northernmost town, lies at the foot of snow-capped Himalayan foothills.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the airport from central Putao?

Putao Airport airport is about 2 km from central Putao.

How do I get from the airport to central Putao?

From Putao Airport airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

How many terminals does Putao Airport airport have?

Putao Airport has one terminal: Terminal.

Landing in Putao?

Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.

Photo credits
  • Snow-capped peaks of the eastern Himalayas, visible from Putao: Tha, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
  • Putao mountains: Tha, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons