List of Airports in China
As of 2024, there are 186 airports throughout the country of China according to IATA and ICAO. Through the table below, you can find name of each airport, its abbreviation, city location, and size. Airports in China are listed in alphabetical order. Please note that some airports serve internationally, while the other only serve domestically.
List of All Airports in China
| # | Airport | Abbreviation | Location | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aksu Airport | AKU | Aksu | Medium |
| 2 | Altay Airport | AAT | Altay | Medium |
| 3 | An Shun/Huang Guo Shu Airport | AVA | An Shun | Small |
| 4 | Ankang Airport | AKA | Ankang | Medium |
| 5 | Anqing Airport | AQG | Anqing | Medium |
| 6 | Anshan Airport | AOG | Anshan | Medium |
| 7 | Anyang Airport | AYN | Anyang | Small |
| 8 | Baiyun Airport | CAN | Guangzhou | Huge |
| 9 | Bangda Airport | BPX | Bangda | Medium |
| 10 | Baoshan Airport | BSD | Baoshan | Medium |
| 11 | Baotou Airport | BAV | Baotou | Medium |
| 12 | Beihai Airport | BHY | Beihai | Medium |
| 13 | Bengbu Airport | BFU | Bengbu | Small |
| 14 | Capital Airport | PEK | Beijing | Huge |
| 15 | Changchun Airport | CGQ | Changchun | Medium |
| 16 | Changde Airport | CGD | Changde | Medium |
| 17 | Changhai Airport | CNI | Changhai | Small |
| 18 | Changsha Airport | CSX | Changsha | Medium |
| 19 | Changsha Huanghua Airport | HHA | Huanghua | Small |
| 20 | Changzhi Airport | CIH | Changzhi | Medium |
| 21 | Changzhou Airport | CZX | Changzhou | Medium |
| 22 | Changzhoudao Airport | WUZ | Wuzhou | Medium |
| 23 | Chaoyang Airport | CHG | Chaoyang | Medium |
| 24 | Chengdu Airport | CTU | Chengdu | Large |
| 25 | Chifeng Airport | CIF | Chifeng | Medium |
| 26 | Chongqing Airport | CKG | Chongqing | Medium |
| 27 | Daguocun Airport | SJW | Shijiazhuang | Medium |
| 28 | Dali Airport | DLU | Dali City | Medium |
| 29 | Dalian Airport | DLC | Dalian | Medium |
| 30 | Dandong Airport | DDG | Dandong | Medium |
| 31 | Datong Airport | DAT | Datong | Medium |
| 32 | Daxian Airport | DAX | Daxian | Medium |
| 33 | Dayong Airport | DYG | Dayong | Medium |
| 34 | Dazu Airport | DZU | Dazu | Small |
| 35 | Diqing Airport | DIG | Diqing | Medium |
| 36 | Dongguan Airport | DGM | Dongguan | Small |
| 37 | Dongsheng Airport | DSN | Dongsheng | Small |
| 38 | Dongying Airport | DOY | Dongying | Medium |
| 39 | Dunhuang Airport | DNH | Dunhuang | Medium |
| 40 | Enshi Airport | ENH | Enshi | Medium |
| 41 | Fuoshan Airport | FUO | Fuoshan | Small |
| 42 | Fuyang Airport | FUG | Fuyang | Medium |
| 43 | Fuyun Airport | FYN | Fuyun | Small |
| 44 | Fuzhou Airport | FOC | Fuzhou | Medium |
| 45 | Ganzhou Airport | KOW | Ganzhou | Medium |
| 46 | Gasa Airport | JHG | Jinghong | Medium |
| 47 | Golmud Airport | GOQ | Golmud | Medium |
| 48 | Guang Yuan Airport | GYS | Guang Yuan | Medium |
| 49 | Guanghan Airport | GHN | Guanghan | Medium |
| 50 | Guanghua Airport | LHK | Guanghua | Small |
| 51 | Guilin Airport | KWL | Guilin | Medium |
| 52 | Guiyang Airport | KWE | Guiyang | Medium |
| 53 | Haikou Airport | HAK | Haikou | Medium |
| 54 | Hailar Airport | HLD | Hailar | Medium |
| 55 | Hami Airport | HMI | Hami | Medium |
| 56 | Hangzhou Airport | HGH | Hangzhou | Large |
| 57 | Hanzhong Airport | HZG | Hanzhong | Medium |
| 58 | Harbin Airport | HRB | Harbin | Medium |
| 59 | Hefei Airport | HFE | Hefei | Medium |
| 60 | Heihe Airport | HEK | Heihe | Small |
| 61 | Hengyang Airport | HNY | Hengyang | Medium |
| 62 | Hohhot Airport | HET | Hohhot | Medium |
| 63 | Hongqiao Airport | SHA | Shanghai | Medium |
| 64 | Hotan Airport | HTN | Hotan | Medium |
| 65 | Huangyan Airport | HYN | Huangyan | Medium |
| 66 | Huizhou Airport | HUZ | Huizhou | Small |
| 67 | Humen Port Airport | ZTI | Humen | Small |
| 68 | Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Airport | JGS | Ji An | Medium |
| 69 | Jiamusi Airport | JMU | Jiamusi | Small |
| 70 | Jiayuguan Airport | JGN | Jiayuguan | Small |
| 71 | Jilin Airport | JIL | Jilin | Medium |
| 72 | Jinan Airport | TNA | Jinan | Medium |
| 73 | Jingdezhen Airport | JDZ | Jingdezhen | Medium |
| 74 | Jining Airport | JNG | Jining | Small |
| 75 | Jinjiang Airport | JJN | Jinjiang | Medium |
| 76 | Jinzhou Airport | JNZ | Jinzhou | Medium |
| 77 | Jiu Zhai Huang Long Airport | JZH | Song Pan | Small |
| 78 | Jiujiang Airport | JIU | Jiujiang | Medium |
| 79 | Jiuquan Airport | CHW | Jiuquan | Small |
| 80 | Juzhou Airport | JUZ | Juzhou | Medium |
| 81 | Karamay Airport | KRY | Karamay | Medium |
| 82 | Kashi Airport | KHG | Kashi | Medium |
| 83 | Korla Airport | KRL | Korla | Medium |
| 84 | Kunming Airport | KMG | Kunming | Medium |
| 85 | Kuqa Airport | KCA | Kuqa | Medium |
| 86 | Laishan Airport | YNT | Yantai | Medium |
| 87 | Lanzhou Airport | LHW | Lanzhou | Medium |
| 88 | Lanzhoudong Airport | LZD | Lanzhou | Small |
| 89 | Lhasa Airport | LXA | Lhasa | Medium |
| 90 | Liancheng Airport | LCX | Longyan | Small |
| 91 | Liangping Airport | LIA | Liangping | Medium |
| 92 | Lianhuashan Port Airport | ZIY | Lianhuashan | Small |
| 93 | Lianyungang Airport | LYG | Lianyungang | Medium |
| 94 | Lijiang Airport | LJG | Lijiang City | Medium |
| 95 | Lincang Airport | LNJ | Lincang | Medium |
| 96 | LingLing Airport | LLF | LingLing | Medium |
| 97 | Linxi Airport | LXI | Linxi | Small |
| 98 | Linyi Airport | LYI | Linyi | Medium |
| 99 | Liping Airport | HZH | Liping City | Small |
| 100 | Liuzhou Airport | LZH | Liuzhou | Medium |
| 101 | Luoyang Airport | LYA | Luoyang | Medium |
| 102 | Lushan Airport | LUZ | Lushan | Small |
| 103 | Luzhou Airport | LZO | Luzhou | Medium |
| 104 | Mangshi Airport | LUM | Luxi | Medium |
| 105 | Manzhouli Airport | NZH | Manzhouli | Small |
| 106 | Meixian Airport | MXZ | Meixian | Medium |
| 107 | Mudanjiang Airport | MDG | Mudanjiang | Medium |
| 108 | Nanchang Airport | KHN | Nanchang | Medium |
| 109 | Nanchong Airport | NAO | Nanchong | Medium |
| 110 | Nanking/Nanjing Airport | NKG | Nanking/Nanjing | Medium |
| 111 | Nanning Airport | NNG | Nanning | Medium |
| 112 | Nantong Airport | NTG | Nantong | Medium |
| 113 | Nanyang Airport | NNY | Nanyang | Medium |
| 114 | Nanyuan Airport | NAY | Beijing | Small |
| 115 | Ningbo Airport | NGB | Ningbo | Medium |
| 116 | Pan Zhi Hua Bao AnYing Airport | PZI | Pan Zhi Hua | Small |
| 117 | Peng Lai/Sha He Kou Airport | PNJ | Peng Lai | Small |
| 118 | Pu Dong Airport | PVG | Shanghai | Huge |
| 119 | Qiemo Airport | IQM | Qiemo | Medium |
| 120 | Qingdao Airport | TAO | Qingdao | Medium |
| 121 | Qingyang Airport | IQN | Qingyang | Medium |
| 122 | Qinhuangdao Airport | SHP | Qinhuangdao | Medium |
| 123 | Qiqihar Airport | NDG | Qiqihar | Medium |
| 124 | Rugao Airport | RUG | Rugao | Small |
| 125 | Sanya Airport | SYX | Sanya | Medium |
| 126 | Shanhaiguan Airport | SHF | Shanhaiguan | Small |
| 127 | Shanshan Airport | SXJ | Shanshan | Medium |
| 128 | Shantou Airport | SWA | Shantou | Medium |
| 129 | Shanzhou Airport | SZO | Shanzhou | Small |
| 130 | Shaoguan Airport | HSC | Shaoguan | Small |
| 131 | Shashi Airport | SHS | Shashi | Medium |
| 132 | Shekou Port Airport | ZYK | Shekou | Small |
| 133 | Shenyang Airport | SHE | Shenyang | Medium |
| 134 | Shenzhen Airport | SZX | Shenzhen | Medium |
| 135 | Simao Airport | SYM | Simao | Medium |
| 136 | Sui Fen He Airport | FUD | Sui Fen He | Small |
| 137 | Suzhou Airport | SZV | Suzhou | Small |
| 138 | Tacheng Airport | TCG | Tacheng | Medium |
| 139 | Tai Shan Airport | ZCA | Tai Shan | Small |
| 140 | Taiyuan Airport | TYN | Taiyuan | Medium |
| 141 | Tianjin Airport | TSN | Tianjin | Medium |
| 142 | Tonghua Liuhe Airport | TNH | Tonghua | Small |
| 143 | Tongliao Airport | TGO | Tongliao | Small |
| 144 | Tongren Airport | TEN | Tongren | Medium |
| 145 | Tunxi Airport | TXN | Tunxi | Medium |
| 146 | Ulanhot Airport | HLH | Ulanhot | Small |
| 147 | Urumqi Airport | URC | Urumqi | Medium |
| 148 | Wanxian Airport | WXN | Wanxian | Medium |
| 149 | Weifang Airport | WEF | Weifang | Medium |
| 150 | Weihai Airport | WEH | Weihai | Medium |
| 151 | Wenzhou Airport | WNZ | Wenzhou | Medium |
| 152 | Wu Hai Airport | WUA | Wu Hai | Small |
| 153 | Wuhan Airport | WUH | Wuhan | Medium |
| 154 | Wuhu Airport | WHU | Wuhu | Small |
| 155 | Wuxi Airport | WUX | Wuxi | Medium |
| 156 | Wuyishan Airport | WUS | Wuyishan | Medium |
| 157 | Xiamen Airport | XMN | Xiamen | Large |
| 158 | Xiangfan Airport | XFN | Xiangfan | Medium |
| 159 | Xianyang Airport | XIY | Xi An | Medium |
| 160 | Xichang Airport | XIC | Xichang | Medium |
| 161 | Xiguan Airport | SIA | Xi An | Medium |
| 162 | Xilinhot Airport | XIL | Xilinhot | Small |
| 163 | Xingcheng Airport | XEN | Xingcheng | Small |
| 164 | Xingning Airport | XIN | Xingning | Small |
| 165 | Xingtai Airport | XNT | Xingtai | Small |
| 166 | Xingyi Airport | ACX | Xingyi | Small |
| 167 | Xining Airport | XNN | Xining | Medium |
| 168 | Xuzhou Airport | XUZ | Xuzhou | Medium |
| 169 | Yancheng Airport | YNZ | Yancheng | Medium |
| 170 | Yanji Airport | YNJ | Yanji | Medium |
| 171 | Yibin Airport | YBP | Yibin | Medium |
| 172 | Yichang Airport | YIH | Yichang | Medium |
| 173 | Yilan Airport | YLN | Yilan | Small |
| 174 | Yinchuan Airport | INC | Yinchuan | Medium |
| 175 | Yining Airport | YIN | Yining | Medium |
| 176 | Yiwu Airport | YIW | Yiwu | Medium |
| 177 | Yuanmou Airport | YUA | Yuanmou | Small |
| 178 | Yulin Airport | UYN | Yulin | Medium |
| 179 | Zhanjiang Airport | ZHA | Zhanjiang | Medium |
| 180 | Zhaotong Airport | ZAT | Zhaotong | Medium |
| 181 | Zhengzhou Airport | CGO | Zhengzhou | Medium |
| 182 | Zhi Jiang Airport | HJJ | Zhi Jiang | Small |
| 183 | Zhongchuan Airport | ZGC | Lanzhou | Small |
| 184 | Zhoushan Airport ) | HSN | Zhoushan | Medium |
| 185 | Zhuhai Airport | ZUH | Zhuhai | Medium |
| 186 | Zunyi Airport | ZYI | Zunyi | Medium |
Major Airports in China
1. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Airport Code
PEK
Time Zone
UTC +8 (China Standard Time)
Address
Beijing Capital International Airport, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
Nearby Cities
- Beijing (16 miles)
- Tianjin (76 miles)
- Langfang (33 miles)
Major Airlines Served
- Air China
- China Eastern Airlines
- China Southern Airlines
- Hainan Airlines
- Lufthansa
- Emirates
Annual Passenger Traffic
Approximately 100 million passengers (2023)
Airport Location and History
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest airport in China and one of the busiest in the world. Opened in 1958, it has undergone multiple expansions to accommodate the growing passenger and cargo traffic. The airport is located about 16 miles from the city center of Beijing, making it easily accessible for both locals and international travelers. It serves as the hub for Air China and offers a vast network of international and domestic flights. The airport gained even more prominence during the 2008 Beijing Olympics, with significant upgrades to its infrastructure. PEK remains central to China’s aviation network and serves as a major gateway for travelers between China and the rest of the world.
Facilities and Infrastructure
Beijing Capital International Airport has three terminals and three runways:
- Runway 18/36: 3,800 meters (12,467 feet)
- Runway 17L/35R: 3,800 meters (12,467 feet)
- Runway 17R/35L: 3,800 meters (12,467 feet)
The airport is capable of handling large wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380. Terminal 3 is one of the largest airport terminals in the world and offers a wide range of services, including duty-free shopping, lounges, restaurants, and hotels. PEK is equipped with modern facilities and advanced technology to ensure smooth operations and a high level of passenger service. The airport is well connected to the city through taxis, buses, and an airport express train.
2. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Airport Code
PVG
Time Zone
UTC +8 (China Standard Time)
Address
Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Pudong, Shanghai, China
Nearby Cities
- Shanghai (19 miles)
- Suzhou (62 miles)
- Hangzhou (109 miles)
Major Airlines Served
- China Eastern Airlines
- Shanghai Airlines
- Air China
- Lufthansa
- Emirates
- Singapore Airlines
Annual Passenger Traffic
Approximately 76 million passengers (2023)
Airport Location and History
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is one of the largest and busiest airports in China, located about 19 miles from the city center of Shanghai. Opened in 1999, it has grown rapidly, becoming a major hub for international and domestic flights. The airport’s location in Shanghai, China’s financial and commercial center, contributes significantly to its high passenger traffic. It serves as the hub for China Eastern Airlines and offers extensive connections to destinations across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and beyond. With a focus on international travel, PVG is a key gateway for both business and tourism in China.
Facilities and Infrastructure
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has two terminals and three runways:
- Runway 16/34: 3,800 meters (12,467 feet)
- Runway 17/35: 4,000 meters (13,123 feet)
- Runway 18/36: 3,800 meters (12,467 feet)
PVG is capable of handling wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380. Terminal 2, in particular, is designed to accommodate large volumes of international passengers and includes a wide range of amenities, including restaurants, duty-free shops, lounges, and hotels. The airport is equipped with modern facilities to handle high levels of air traffic and offers excellent connectivity to the city through taxis, buses, and the Maglev train. PVG continues to expand its infrastructure to accommodate growing passenger numbers and to meet the increasing demand for international travel.
3. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Airport Code
CAN
Time Zone
UTC +8 (China Standard Time)
Address
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Nearby Cities
- Guangzhou (18 miles)
- Shenzhen (50 miles)
- Dongguan (30 miles)
Major Airlines Served
- China Southern Airlines
- Hainan Airlines
- Air China
- Emirates
- Qatar Airways
Annual Passenger Traffic
Approximately 70 million passengers (2023)
Airport Location and History
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) serves the city of Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province and a major economic center in southern China. The airport opened in 2004 and replaced the older Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, which had become outdated due to the city’s rapid growth. CAN has quickly become one of the busiest airports in China, primarily serving as the hub for China Southern Airlines. The airport offers extensive domestic and international flight options, particularly for travelers heading to destinations in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Facilities and Infrastructure
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has two terminals and two runways:
- Runway 02/20: 3,600 meters (11,811 feet)
- Runway 01/19: 3,600 meters (11,811 feet)
The airport is capable of handling wide-body aircraft, such as the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380, due to its long runways and modern facilities. Terminal 2, in particular, is known for its expansive layout and range of services, including duty-free shopping, lounges, restaurants, and car rental services. The airport is well connected to Guangzhou and surrounding cities by taxis, buses, and metro services. As Guangzhou continues to grow as a commercial hub, the airport’s infrastructure is being continuously upgraded to meet increasing passenger demand.
4. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Airport Code
CTU
Time Zone
UTC +8 (China Standard Time)
Address
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Shuangliu District, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Nearby Cities
- Chengdu (10 miles)
- Deyang (32 miles)
- Mianyang (64 miles)
Major Airlines Served
- Sichuan Airlines
- Air China
- China Eastern Airlines
- Hainan Airlines
Annual Passenger Traffic
Approximately 55 million passengers (2023)
Airport Location and History
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) serves the capital of Sichuan Province, Chengdu, located in southwestern China. Opened in 1992, the airport has expanded over the years to meet the increasing demand for both domestic and international travel. Chengdu is known as a major transportation and logistics hub, and CTU plays a significant role in connecting the region with other parts of China and the world. The airport is especially important for flights to and from Southeast Asia, Europe, and Central Asia, with Sichuan Airlines serving as a key carrier operating out of the airport.
Facilities and Infrastructure
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has two terminals and three runways:
- Runway 02/20: 3,600 meters (11,811 feet)
- Runway 03/21: 3,600 meters (11,811 feet)
- Runway 04/22: 3,600 meters (11,811 feet)
CTU is capable of handling wide-body aircraft, such as the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380. The terminals offer a variety of services, including duty-free shopping, lounges, restaurants, and hotels. Chengdu Shuangliu is well connected to the city and surrounding areas via taxis, buses, and a high-speed rail link. As one of China’s busiest airports, CTU is undergoing expansions to increase capacity and enhance passenger experience, positioning it as a major airport in southwestern China.
5. Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Airport Code
XIY
Time Zone
UTC +8 (China Standard Time)
Address
Xi’an Xianyang International Airport, Xianyang, Shaanxi, China
Nearby Cities
- Xi’an (27 miles)
- Xianyang (5 miles)
- Baoji (71 miles)
Major Airlines Served
- China Eastern Airlines
- China Southern Airlines
- Air China
- Hainan Airlines
Annual Passenger Traffic
Approximately 40 million passengers (2023)
Airport Location and History
Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) serves the city of Xi’an, located in the central part of China. Opened in 1991, it has grown rapidly to become a significant transportation hub for the northwest region of China. The airport is located in Xianyang, about 27 miles from downtown Xi’an. Xi’an is one of China’s ancient capitals and a major tourist destination, especially for the Terracotta Warriors. The airport plays an important role in connecting this culturally rich city with the rest of China and international destinations, with a focus on regional flights within Asia.
Facilities and Infrastructure
Xi’an Xianyang International Airport has two terminals and two runways:
- Runway 01/19: 3,600 meters (11,811 feet)
- Runway 02/20: 3,600 meters (11,811 feet)
The airport is capable of handling wide-body aircraft, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A330. Terminal 2 offers a variety of services, including restaurants, duty-free shops, lounges, and baggage handling. The airport is well-connected to Xi’an and surrounding areas by taxis, buses, and a metro system. With continuous expansion efforts, Xi’an Xianyang International Airport aims to accommodate rising passenger numbers and support the increasing demand for travel to and from the northwestern region of China.
