Medium airport · Loikaw, Myanmar
Loikaw Airport
It is the only Airport in Kayah State. Its IATA code is LIW. Its ICAO code is VYLK. It has 1 runway, longest 5,200 ft (BIT). Elevation 2,940 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Loikaw, Myanmar |
|---|---|
| IATA code | LIW |
| ICAO code | VYLK |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 5,200 ft (BIT) |
| Elevation | 2,940 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 19.6915° N, 97.2148° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Loikaw Airport is known for
It is the only Airport in Kayah State.
History
On 30 September 2022, a bullet launched from the ground hit an ATR 72 operated by Myanmar National Airlines, during its descent into Loikaw Airport at Runway 19.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Loikaw Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Namtok Mae Surin National Park · Thailand · 65.5 miles away
- Huai Nam Dang National Park · Thailand · 94.3 miles away
- Khun Khan National Park · Thailand · 108.5 miles away
- Salawin National Park · Thailand · 116.1 miles away
- Pha Daeng National Park · Thailand · 116.3 miles away
- Doi Inthanon National Park · Thailand · 122.3 miles away
Airports nearby
The closest airports in this library, by straight-line distance.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Loikaw Airport?
It is the only Airport in Kayah State.
What is the airport code for Loikaw Airport?
Loikaw Airport — its IATA code is LIW and its ICAO code is VYLK.
Where is Loikaw Airport located?
Loikaw Airport serves Loikaw, Myanmar. Its coordinates are 19.6915° N, 97.2148° E.
What is the history of Loikaw Airport?
On 30 September 2022, a bullet launched from the ground hit an ATR 72 operated by Myanmar National Airlines, during its descent into Loikaw Airport at Runway 19.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#26724
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loikaw_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.