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Nanchang Yaohu Airport

Nanchang, China

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Nanchang Yaohu Airport

Nanchang, China
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Nanchang's modern gateway replacing the older Changbei hub.

Opened
2025
Location
Nanchang, China
Nanchang Yaohu Airport (IATA: YHJ, ICAO: ZSYH) is a newly constructed international airport serving Nanchang, the capital city of Jiangxi Province in southeastern China. It was built to replace Nanchang Changbei International Airport as the city's primary aviation hub, offering significantly expanded capacity and modern facilities. The airport is situated in the Yaohu district of Nanchang and is designed to handle tens of millions of passengers annually, reflecting the rapid growth in air travel demand across Jiangxi Province. Its development is part of China's broader strategy to upgrade regional aviation infrastructure. As a newly opened facility, Nanchang Yaohu Airport represents one of China's most recent major airport projects, equipped with state-of-the-art terminal buildings, advanced baggage handling systems, and improved airfield infrastructure to support both domestic and international routes.
Getting to & from
The airport is planned to be connected to Nanchang's urban core via metro, expressway, and bus links, though specific operational details remain limited.
Airlines here
Major Chinese carriers including Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines are expected to operate services at the airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Nanchang Yaohu Airport is designed to replace Nanchang Changbei International Airport as the city's main aviation gateway.
  • ›It is located in the Yaohu district of Nanchang, Jiangxi Province.
  • ›The airport is among China's newest major aviation infrastructure projects as of the mid-2020s.
  • ›Jiangxi Province has been investing heavily in transportation infrastructure to support regional economic growth.
  • ›The IATA code YHJ and ICAO code ZSYH have been assigned in preparation for full commercial operations.
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Nanchang's modern gateway rising beside the Yaohu wetlands of Jiangxi

Nanchang Yaohu Airport is a newly developed international airport serving Nanchang, the capital of Jiangxi Province in southeastern China. Designed to replace the older Nanchang Changbei International Airport as the city's primary aviation hub, it represents a major infrastructure investment aimed at boosting regional connectivity. The airport is situated near the Yaohu ecological zone and is built to handle significantly higher passenger volumes as Jiangxi's economy continues to grow.

Terminals
  • Terminal 1 — The primary terminal offering domestic and select international routes with modern check-in and retail facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Airport shuttle bus connecting to Nanchang city center
  • Taxi and ride-hailing services (DiDi) available at the arrivals level
  • Car rental counters within the terminal
  • Planned metro or rail link to the urban core
Nearby Hotels
  • Hilton Nanchang
  • Marriott Nanchang
  • Holiday Inn Nanchang
  • Ramada by Wyndham Nanchang
Dining

Inside the terminal, travellers can expect a mix of Chinese fast food outlets, noodle bars, and convenience stores catering to domestic passengers. Local Jiangxi cuisine featuring spicy and braised dishes is available at sit-down restaurants near the departures area. Outside the airport, nearby commercial zones offer a broader range of regional and international dining options.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm your terminal and gate early, as the airport layout may still be evolving during its initial operational phase.
  • Download the DiDi app before arrival for convenient and cost-effective ground transport into the city.
  • Allow extra travel time to and from central Nanchang, as road infrastructure around the new airport may be under continued development.
  • Currency exchange and ATMs accepting international cards are available inside the terminal, but carry some Chinese yuan as backup.

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Nanchang Yaohu Airport is an airport in Nanchang, Jiangxi, China, mainly used by Hongdu Aviation Industry Group Ltd., a major Chinese aircraft manufacturer, for test flights. It also serves as a general aviation airport.

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