Mandalay International Airport

VYMD / MDL

Mandalay, MM

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
09:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
5 kt
360°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VYMD 040930Z 36005KT 6000 HZ FEW025 34/15 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 300 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,800 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VYMD 041700Z 0418/0518 18004KT 7000 FEW025 TEMPO 0418/0424 36005KT 5000 BR SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 4 kt
Visibility: 7 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YMD
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
14,003 ft 200 ft CON 170°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VYMD

1,887 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
98.8%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.4%

Mandalay International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 1.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 44.9% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 37°C with an average of 26.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 44.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.2%
NE
2.2%
E
0.5%
SE
2.1%
S
13.6%
SW
1.9%
W
1.9%
NW
7.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.3°C
Range: 10°C to 37°C
10°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1 kt

Statistics computed from 1,887 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mandalay International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VYMD
IATA Code: MDL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 300 ft MSL

Location

City: Mandalay
Country: MM
Latitude: 21.702200°
Longitude: 95.977898°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 14,003 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Mandalay International Airport

Overview

Mandalay International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in central Myanmar, situated at an elevation of 300 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 21.702200, 95.977898, the airport supports large aircraft operations with its substantial 14,003-foot concrete runway designated 17/35. As a significant international gateway for the Mandalay region, the airport plays a crucial role in regional transportation infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

Myanmar's central region experiences distinct seasonal weather variations that can impact flight operations. Pilots should anticipate potential monsoon influences during summer months, which can introduce significant precipitation and reduced visibility. The airport's elevation at 300 feet MSL provides relatively stable atmospheric conditions compared to higher altitude airports in surrounding mountainous terrain.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 17/35 configuration spans 14,003 feet, accommodating large commercial and international aircraft with substantial operational flexibility. Its concrete surface provides reliable ground performance characteristics for most aircraft types. The geographical positioning near Mandalay places the airport in a strategically important location for regional and international air traffic.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35's extended length allows for versatile approach procedures from multiple directions. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments given the airport's central Myanmar location, which can experience variable wind conditions. Standard instrument approach procedures will be contingent on prevailing meteorological conditions and air traffic control instructions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.