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Sittwe (Akyab) Civil Airport (IATA: AKY) is the small regional gateway to Myanmarâs Rakhine State, originally established in the mid-20th century and operating from a single compact terminal that handles mainly domestic services. As a modest but important airport for western Myanmar, AKY links Sittwe to Yangon and other regional centers and is a key entry point for business, aid and coastal tourism. The airport is a short drive from Sittwe town with taxis and local buses providing the main connections; boat links along the coast can be an option in the wet season. Fares are generally affordable on domestic carriers such as Myanmar National Airlines, Air KBZ and Mann Yadanarpon, and AKY is not a major international hub but serves vital regional routes.
Banking is minimal at Sittweâs Civil Airport: expect one exchange counter and two ATMs that can get busy or go offline when flights arrive. Swap just enough for your first ride, then do larger withdrawals or exchanges in town for better rates and fewer fees.
Donât expect a maze of bigâbrand dutyâfree: Civil Airport offers a couple of postâsecurity kiosks for snacks, travel basics, and small souvenirs, priced close to town with a modest airport markup. Shops open around flight times and mainly serve departing passengersâsave the perfume-andâwhisky haul for your next international hub.
Grab a quick, local bite at Sittweâs Civil Airport: a simple canteen, coffee/tea counters, and snack kiosks split between the check-in hall and the gate lounge. Expect coffee from about 2,500 MMK and hot meals 6,000â12,000 MMK, only slightly pricier than in town.
Need quick care or a pain reliever before you fly? During flight hours, a firstâaid room by Departures and a small counter with basic meds make help easy at Civil Airport, and staff can direct you to nearby pharmacies for prescriptions. First aid is free; medications and outside testing are paid.
Civil Airport is a compact, no-locker terminal, so plan on adâhoc holds with your airline or simple storage in town. Ask at the checkâin counters for short sameâday help, or use Sittwe hotels/travel agents for a small daily feeâbring photo ID and keep valuables with you.
Two simple waiting areasâone landside and one by the gatesâoffer seats, a handful of outlets, and basic snacks, but thereâs no dedicated lounge. Expect daytime operations only; for the quietest spot, head to the far end of the airside lounge and bring a power bank for extra comfort.
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