Nay Pyi Taw and Mandalay International Airports have officially reopened on April 4, following temporary closures caused by a powerful earthquake.

According to a statement from Yangon International Airport, both airports have resumed operations, and passenger flights are now back on schedule.

Myanmar National Airlines (MNA) is currently operating regular flights to Nay Pyi Taw International Airport. Meanwhile, both MNA and Myanmar Airlines International (MAI) have restarted regular services to Mandalay International Airport as of April 4.

“MAI has resumed flights on the Yangon–Mandalay route starting April 4, prioritizing passengers whose travel was disrupted by the earthquake,” a MAI official confirmed.

Flights to and from Nay Pyi Taw and Mandalay had been suspended since March 28, 2025, after a strong earthquake hit the region. The resumption of services follows clearance from relevant authorities ensuring passenger safety.

Passengers affected by the cancellations are being offered a one-time free date change within a week of resumed operations or a full refund.

The earthquake originally reported as magnitude 7.7 but followed by a 5.0 tremor in Sagaing, caused significant damage to airport infrastructure. In Mandalay, interior walls collapsed and the basement sustained damage. Nay Pyi Taw Airport was also severely affected, with a control tower collapsing and injuring several air traffic controllers.

During the quake, passengers evacuated terminals and gathered near runways for safety, causing further delays.

Authorities are continuing repairs while ensuring all safety measures are in place for ongoing operations.

In addition, Nay Pyi Taw International Airport was also severely damaged by the earthquake.  In addition, an air  traffic control tower at Nay Pyi Taw Airport collapsed, injuring and killing several air traffic controllers.