Bangkok to Dawei flights
Dawei lies 252 km (157 mi) west of Bangkok, -0.5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bangkok | Dawei | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Myanmar |
| Population | 5.1 million | 136,783 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) |
| Nearest large airport | DMK, 21 km out | TVY, 3 km out |
Clocks in Dawei are 30 min behind Bangkok right now, so a 1 h 4 min journey lands only 34 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Dawei
Crossing from Thailand into Myanmar: money changes from the Baht to the Kyat (MMK); traffic switches to the right; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +95; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648876.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK, 28 km).
Arriving in Dawei
Dawei is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Dawei Airport (TVY), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, whose 12,013-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawei Airport (regional) | TVY | 3 km (2 mi) | 12,013 ft | 84 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Dawei from Bangkok?
252 km (157 mi) in a straight line, west of Bangkok.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Dawei by air?
About 1 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Dawei?
Dawei is 30 min behind at the moment (Asia/Yangon against Asia/Bangkok).
Which airports are used for Bangkok to Dawei flights?
Typically Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Dawei Airport (TVY).
What currency do I need in Dawei?
The Kyat (MMK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.