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Gateway to Inle Lake and the Shan Highlands.
Opened
1953
Location
Heho, Myanmar
Heho Airport is a domestic airport located in the Shan State of Myanmar, serving as the primary air gateway to the popular tourist destination of Inle Lake. Situated at an elevation of approximately 3,858 feet above sea level, the airport handles significant tourist traffic drawn to the lake and the surrounding hill town of Taunggyi.
The airport operates primarily domestic routes connecting Heho to Yangon, Mandalay, and other cities within Myanmar. It has historically been one of the busier domestic airports in the country due to tourism demand. Operations have been affected by Myanmar's broader political and economic instability following the 2021 military coup.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling both arrivals and departures for domestic passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from Heho Airport to Inle Lake and Nyaungshwe typically involves taxis or shared vehicles, with the journey taking approximately 45 minutes to one hour.
Airlines here
Myanmar National Airlines and Air KBZ have operated regular domestic services at Heho, with other Myanmar domestic carriers also serving the airport historically.
Notable facts
- ›Heho Airport sits at an elevation of roughly 3,858 feet (1,176 meters) above sea level.
- ›It is the closest airport to Inle Lake, one of Myanmar's most visited tourist attractions.
- ›The airport serves the Shan State, Myanmar's largest state by area.
- ›Taunggyi, the capital of Shan State, is approximately 36 kilometers from the airport.
- ›The airport has a single paved runway designated 14/32.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
