Tachileik Airport
THL / VYTL
Tachileik Airport is a small regional airport in eastern Myanmar near the Thai border. It primarily handles domestic services and serves Tachileik town and the adjacent border crossing area. The facility is compact and arranged for short domestic operations.
Terminal Guide for Tachileik Airport #
Operations take place in a single small terminal providing basic check‑in and arrival services. The layout is straightforward with a compact airside waiting area; facilities are oriented to regional flights rather than international transfer traffic.
Getting to and From Tachileik Airport #
Short taxi and tuk‑tuk rides connect the airport to Tachileik town and the nearby border crossing into Thailand; travel times are typically short. There is no rail service. If crossing into Thailand, factor in border crossing procedures and opening hours when planning onward travel.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Tachileik Airport #
Expect basic facilities: small check‑in area, waiting room and restrooms. Food and shopping options are limited and lounges are not available. Wi‑Fi may be absent or intermittent; charging points and accessibility services are minimal.
Hotels and Layovers at Tachileik Airport #
No international branded airport hotels are located at the airfield; local guesthouses and small hotels are available in Tachileik town a short drive from the airport. Travelers connecting across the nearby land border sometimes overnight in town to manage visa and border timings.
Tips for Tachileik Airport #
- The town is right on the border with Thailand-if you plan to cross by land, check visa hours and entry rules at the nearby border crossing.
- Use local taxis or tuk‑tuks for the short ride into town; agree fare or use a meter where available.
- Expect limited passenger amenities-buy snacks and essentials before arriving if you have onward plans.
Weather & Climate near Tachileik Airport #
Tachileik Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 13°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1829 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 13° - 28° | 20° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 0.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 10.9h |
| February | Ideal | 14° - 32° | 23° | 15 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 0.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.4h |
| March | Excellent | 17° - 34° | 25° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 54% | 1.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 21° - 35° | 29° | 88 mm | some cloud | 58% | 1.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 23° - 34° | 31° | 225 mm | overcast | 71% | 1.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 31° | 230 mm | overcast | 77% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.2h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 369 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.1h |
| August | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 27° | 396 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 27° | 279 mm | overcast | 82% | 0.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Very Good | 21° - 30° | 26° | 125 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.6h |
| November | Excellent | 17° - 29° | 23° | 56 mm | some cloud | 77% | 0.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.1h |
| December | Excellent | 14° - 27° | 21° | 18 mm | some cloud | 74% | 0.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 10.8h |
