Small airport · Magway, Myanmar
Magway Airport
Magway Airport is a small airport serving Magway, Myanmar. Its IATA code is MWQ. Its ICAO code is VYMW. It has 1 runway, longest 8,530 ft (CON). Elevation 279 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Magway, Myanmar |
|---|---|
| IATA code | MWQ |
| ICAO code | VYMW |
| Type | Small airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 8,530 ft (CON) |
| Elevation | 279 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 20.1656° N, 94.9414° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
History
Two jets from Magway Air Base crashed in adverse weather conditions on 16 October 2018, killing the pilots and a civilian on the ground.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Magway Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Bagan Temples · Myanmar · 69.8 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Magway Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Popa Mountain National Park · Myanmar · 55.6 miles away
- Mount Victoria National Park · Myanmar · 99.9 miles away
Airports nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Magway Airport?
Magway Airport — its IATA code is MWQ and its ICAO code is VYMW.
Where is Magway Airport located?
Magway Airport serves Magway, Myanmar. Its coordinates are 20.1656° N, 94.9414° E.
What is the history of Magway Airport?
Two jets from Magway Air Base crashed in adverse weather conditions on 16 October 2018, killing the pilots and a civilian on the ground.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#30101
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magway_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.