Mohe Gulian Airport
Mohe, China

Mohe Gulian Airport
Gateway to China's northernmost city and Arctic frontier.
- ›Mohe is the northernmost city in China, giving the airport a unique geographic distinction.
- ›The airport serves a region known for northern lights (aurora borealis) tourism in winter.
- ›Winter temperatures in Mohe can drop below -40°C, presenting significant operational challenges.
- ›The airport facilitates access to the Heilong River border area with Russia.
- ›Mohe is sometimes called China's 'Arctic Village,' attracting cold-weather and nature tourism.
Mohe Gulian Airport serves Mohe, China's northernmost city in Heilongjiang Province, situated near the Russian border and the banks of the Heilong River. The airport plays a vital role in connecting this remote Arctic-latitude destination with major Chinese cities, supporting both tourism and regional access. Known for its extreme winters and the rare opportunity to witness the Northern Lights on Chinese soil, Mohe attracts adventurers year-round.
- Main Terminal — A compact single-terminal facility handling all domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
- Taxi services available outside the terminal to Mohe city centre
- Private car hire and pre-booked transfers to hotels
- Shuttle bus services linking the airport to downtown Mohe during peak seasons
- Mohe Arctic Village Hotel
- Beiji Holiday Hotel
- Mohe Beidiji Inn
- Arctic Star Hotel Mohe
Dining options inside the airport are limited to a small café or snack counter offering basic Chinese meals and beverages. The city of Mohe, a short drive away, offers local northeastern Chinese cuisine including hearty stews, smoked meats, and dishes reflecting Evenki and Russian culinary influences. Visitors are advised to carry snacks for longer waits, especially during winter weather delays.
- Dress in extreme cold-weather layers even in spring and autumn — temperatures can plunge rapidly near the Arctic Circle.
- Book accommodation and transport well in advance during the Northern Lights season from December to February.
- Keep Chinese yuan in cash as card acceptance and ATM availability may be limited in this remote region.
- Check weather forecasts carefully as heavy snowfall can cause flight delays or cancellations during winter months.
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Mohe Gulian Airport is an airport serving Mohe County in Heilongjiang Province, China. It is the northernmost airport in China and the first Chinese airport built on permafrost. Construction started in June 2006 with a total investment of 236 million yuan, and the airport was opened in June 2008. The airport closed in July 2021 for expansion and renovation of the airport. Service resumed on 27 January 2023.
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