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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Myanmar",
    "addressLocality": "Momeik"
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  "airlines": [
    "Myanmar National Airlines"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Momeik",
  "code": "MOE",
  "connection_tips": "Momeik Airport (MOE) is an exceptionally remote domestic aviation facility serving the town of Momeik in northern Shan State, Myanmar. Instead, most onward travel is conducted via pre-arranged private vehicle hires or pickups provided by your local host, a non-governmental organization (NGO), or a government department. The 'terminal' at Momeik is a minimalist, single-story shelter that provides basic waiting space but lacks modern commercial amenities like cafes, retail shops, or ATMs. Always carry sufficient Myanmar Kyat (MMK) in small denominations for all local transactions and transport, as international card systems and electronic payments are not operational in the immediate vicinity.\n\nGround transportation from this facility is fundamentally informal and requires meticulous advance coordination, as it lacks the established infrastructure of the country's major metropolitan hubs. For many travelers, the airstrip serves as a gateway to the nearby ruby-rich areas of Mogok, though it is vital to ensure you have all necessary regional travel permits as this is a highly regulated sector. Travelers must be entirely self-sufficient, carrying their own food, high-quality drinking water, and effective insect repellent.\n\nThere are absolutely no formal taxi ranks, public bus services, or commercial car rental agencies operating at the terminal building. The overland journey to Momeik town center takes about 20 to 30 minutes over rural roads that can become challenging to navigate during the intense monsoon season from June to October. Flights are strictly based on Visual Flight Rules (VFR) and are notoriously subject to sudden delays or cancellations due to the low cloud cover and poor visibility common in the Shan hills.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Coordinate pickup with your local contact; taxis are not always waiting.",
    "Connect through Yangon (RGN) for all onward domestic travel.",
    "Carry plenty of Kyat (MMK) in small bills for local road fees.",
    "Baggage weight is strictly monitored on small regional planes.",
    "The area is famous for its ruby mines; check for permit requirements.",
    "MOE is mainly a frontier access strip, so local coordination matters more than airport facilities.",
    "Confirm your return flight locally as soon as you land because communications can be intermittent."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "MOE",
  "icao": "VYMO",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "July 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 23.092500686645508,
  "layover_planner_info": "Momeik Airport (MOE) in Momeik, Myanmar is a regional airport for Asia, with Myanmar National Airlines serving the route pattern. Momeik Airport (MOE) serves the town of Momeik and the northern Shan State region of Myanmar, providing a vital aviation link for this remote and largely agricultural area. Plan around 45 minutes domestic, 90 minutes domestic-to-international, 120 minutes international-to-international, and 120 minutes interline. Nearby alternatives for schedule recovery include RGN Yangon International Airport, MDL Mandalay International Airport, and BMO Banmaw Airport.",
  "longitude": 96.64530181884766,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "If you miss a connection at Momeik Airport (MOE) in Momeik, Myanmar, contact Myanmar National Airlines or the handling desk immediately. This airport functions as a regional feeder, so the best recovery option is usually the next departure from Momeik or a nearby airport. Momeik Airport (MOE) is an exceptionally remote domestic aviation facility serving the town of Momeik in northern Shan State, Myanmar. Backup routing may also use RGN Yangon International Airport, MDL Mandalay International Airport, and BMO Banmaw Airport.",
  "name": "Momeik Airport",
  "noindex": true,
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "RGN",
      "name": "Yangon International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MDL",
      "name": "Mandalay International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BMO",
      "name": "Banmaw Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LSH",
      "name": "Lashio Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NMT",
      "name": "Namtu Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Momeik Airport (MOE) serves the town of Momeik and the northern Shan State region of Myanmar, providing a vital aviation link for this remote and largely agricultural area. The terminal is an extremely basic, single-story structure designed to support regional domestic flights and light aircraft operations that connect this frontier community with provincial hubs like Lashio and major national centers. It serves as a critical artery for the transport of government officials, medical supplies, and personnel into the heart of the northern interior.\n\nThe terminal experience at Momeik is very simple and reflects its role as a practical logistical hub within a rural setting rather than a commercial passenger facility. Facilities are rudimentary, with manual processes for check-in and baggage handling, and waiting areas that offer only basic protection from the tropical elements. Activity at the airport is generally limited to daylight hours and is highly dependent on local weather conditions, which can frequently affect the unpaved or semi-paved airstrip's operability, particularly during the heavy seasonal rains common in the Shan hills. The airfield is managed with a focus on regional connectivity and essential services.\n\nAmenities within the MOE terminal are almost non-existent, with no formal shops, restaurants, or modern telecommunications services available on-site. Travelers using this facility are typically local residents, government personnel, or traders who must arrive fully prepared with their own supplies and pre-arranged local transport. The airport's minimal infrastructure and remote setting emphasize the challenging nature of aviation in Myanmar's frontier regions, where every flight represents an essential link for the local community and is critical for maintaining connections to the broader national transport network. Travelers are advised to coordinate all logistics in advance due to the remote nature of the location.",
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}