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Xichang Qingshan Airport

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Gateway to Sichuan’s scenic highlands
Airport in China
Mainly serving (12 km)
17 destinations

Xichang Qingshan Airport serves Xichang City in Sichuan Province, China. Located at 2,400 meters above sea level it is one of the country’s highest airports. The site supports both military and civilian flights with a runway long enough for large aircraft. Its elevation affects weather patterns making conditions variable throughout the year. The airport connects remote regions to major cities by scheduled services while also supporting cargo operations. Travelers notice thinner air, cooler temperatures and clear views of surrounding mountains near the terminal area.

Last update: 12 Oct 2026
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Xichang Airport Summary
Xichang Qingshan Airport is an airport near Xichang in China. It currently offers regular passenger service to 17 destinations operated by 5 airlines.
Top airlines
Logo of Sichuan Airlines
Sichuan Airlines (3U)
43 flights per week
Logo of Colorful GuiZhou Airlines
Colorful GuiZhou Airlines (GY)
18 flights per week
Logo of China Express Airlines
China Express Airlines (G5)
14 flights per week
Top destinations
Cheapest destinations
Best destinations
China – Quick facts
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Cashless info: Rating 5/5
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Public smoking: Smoking is prohibited in many indoor public spaces, such as restaurants and public transport, but enforcement can vary.
Chinese New Year
(January/February)
Major holiday with family gatherings and public celebrations
National Day
(1 October)
National holiday with parades and festivities
Emergency contact: Emergency Numbers: 110 (Police), 120 (Ambulance), 119 (Fire)
Taxi apps: DiDi, Uber
Other: China is known for its vast cultural heritage, including historical landmarks like the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Army. It offers diverse landscapes ranging from mountains to beaches.

Top destinations from Xichang Airport

Destination
Duration/Price
Weekdays
Airlines
Info
CTU Chengdu

1 h 05 min.
£230 (avg.)
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
2 flights per day
Logo of Sichuan Airlines
NGB Ningbo Lishe International Airport

2 h 57 min.
£140 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
1-2 flights per day
Logo of Sichuan Airlines +1
PEK Beijing

3 h 00 min.
£190 (avg.)
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
1 flights per day
Logo of Air China
TFU Chengdu

0 h 57 min.
£340 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
1 flights per day
Logo of Air China
CKG Chongqing

1 h 34 min.
£90 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
1 flights per day
Logo of China Express Airlines
KWE Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport

1 h 12 min.
£42 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
1 flights per day
Logo of Colorful GuiZhou Airlines
SZX Shenzhen

2 h 20 min.
£130 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
0-1 flights per day
Logo of Sichuan Airlines
CAN Guangzhou

2 h 30 min.
£280 (avg.)
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T
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F
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0-1 flights per day
Logo of Sichuan Airlines

Top airlines operating at Xichang Airport

Airline
Rating
Skytrax rank
Statistics
Top destinations from here
Logo of Sichuan Airlines
Sichuan Airlines (3U)

8 destinations
43 flights per week
Most/Best:
Chengdu
Logo of Colorful GuiZhou Airlines
Colorful GuiZhou Airlines (GY)

4 destinations
18 flights per week
Most/Best:
Hefei
Logo of Air China
Air China (CA)

2 destinations
14 flights per week
Most/Best:
Beijing
Logo of China Express Airlines
China Express Airlines (G5)

3 destinations
14 flights per week
Most/Best:
Chongqing
Logo of China Eastern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines (MU)
# 98

1 destinations
3 flights per week
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