Ranchi to Kyaukpyu flights
Kyaukpyu lies 958 km (595 mi) south-east of Ranchi, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 59 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.
| Ranchi | Kyaukpyu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | Myanmar |
| Population | 1.1 million | 180,000 |
| Elevation | 643 m (2,110 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) |
| Nearest large airport | IXR, 3 km out | KYP, 2 km out |
Clocks in Kyaukpyu are 1 h ahead of Ranchi right now, so a 1 h 59 min journey lands 2 h 59 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Kyaukpyu
Crossing from India into Myanmar: money changes from the Rupee 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 Ranchi
Ranchi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Birsa Munda Airport (IXR), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,855 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Kyaukpyu
Kyaukpyu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kyaukpyu Airport (KYP), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,600 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyaukpyu Airport (regional) | KYP | 2 km (1 mi) | 4,600 ft | 20 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kyaukpyu from Ranchi?
958 km (595 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Ranchi.
How long does it take to get from Ranchi to Kyaukpyu by air?
About 1 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ranchi and Kyaukpyu?
Kyaukpyu is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Yangon against Asia/Kolkata).
Which airports are used for Ranchi to Kyaukpyu flights?
Typically Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Kyaukpyu Airport (KYP).
What currency do I need in Kyaukpyu?
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.