Airports Near Kawthoung
The closest airports to Kawthoung, MM: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Kawthoung, MM is Kawthoung Airport (KAW), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Phuket International Airport (HKT).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAW | Kawthoung AirportKawthoung, Myanmar (Burma) | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Regional |
| URT | Surat Thani AirportSurat Thani, Thailand | 71 mi / 114 km | 2 hr 7 min | Regional |
| VBP | Bokpyinn AirportBokpyinn, Myanmar (Burma) | 90 mi / 145 km | 2 hr 6 min | Regional |
| USM | Samui AirportNa Thon (Ko Samui Island), Thailand | 107 mi / 173 km | 2 hr 30 min | Regional |
| HKT | Phuket International AirportPhuket, Thailand | 130 mi / 209 km | 3 hr 1 min | International |
| KBV | Krabi AirportKrabi, Thailand | 134 mi / 215 km | 3 hr 6 min | Regional |
| NST | Nakhon Si Thammarat AirportNakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand | 138 mi / 222 km | 3 hr 12 min | Regional |
| MGZ | Myeik AirportMkeik, Myanmar (Burma) | 170 mi / 273 km | 3 hr 57 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Kawthoung Airport (KAW) is the most convenient at about 5 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Phuket International Airport (HKT) (130 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Kawthoung. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with KAW.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near KAW saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Kawthoung is Kawthoung Airport (KAW), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road.