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Zhangye Ganzhou Airport

Zhangye (Ganzhou), China

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Zhangye Ganzhou Airport

Zhangye (Ganzhou), China
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Gateway to Zhangye's rainbow mountains and Silk Road heritage.

Opened
2009
Location
Zhangye, China
Zhangye Ganzhou Airport (IATA: YZY, ICAO: ZLZY) is a civil airport serving Zhangye, a prefecture-level city in Gansu Province, northwestern China. The airport connects this historic Silk Road city to major Chinese hubs, supporting growing tourism to the region's famous Danxia landforms. Zhangye has become an increasingly popular domestic tourist destination, and the airport has seen passenger growth corresponding to interest in the Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park, recognized for its colorful rock formations. The airport primarily handles domestic routes operated by Chinese carriers. Located in the Ganzhou District of Zhangye, the airport serves as an important air access point for a city historically significant as a stop on the ancient Silk Road and the birthplace of explorer Marco Polo's extended stay in China.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling domestic flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Zhangye city center is available via taxi and shuttle bus services.
Airlines here
Airlines serving Zhangye Ganzhou Airport include China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and Shenzhen Airlines, among other domestic Chinese carriers.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport primarily serves domestic routes connecting Zhangye to major Chinese cities.
  • ›Tourism to the Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park has been a key driver of passenger growth.
  • ›Zhangye is historically significant as a major stop on the ancient Silk Road.
  • ›The airport's ICAO code is ZLZY, within the ZL prefix zone for Gansu Province.
  • ›The surrounding Hexi Corridor region has deep historical and cultural significance in Chinese history.
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Gateway to the Rainbow Mountains and Ancient Silk Road Crossroads

Zhangye Ganzhou Airport serves Zhangye, a historic city in Gansu Province along the ancient Silk Road, best known as the base for visiting the spectacular Zhangye Danxia landform. The airport provides essential air connectivity for this otherwise remote region of northwestern China, linking it to major domestic hubs. Its growth reflects increasing tourism interest in Zhangye's dramatic geological and cultural heritage.

Terminals
  • Terminal 1 — The single passenger terminal handling all domestic arrivals and departures with basic amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal to Zhangye city center (approximately 20–30 minutes)
  • Ride-hailing apps (DiDi) operable from the airport
  • Pre-arranged hotel shuttle buses from major local hotels
  • Private car hire through local travel agencies
Nearby Hotels
  • Zhangye International Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Zhangye
  • GreenTree Inn Zhangye
  • Zhangye Danxia Inn
Dining

The airport terminal offers limited food and beverage options including a small café and snack counters serving basic Chinese fare. Travellers are advised to eat before arriving, as the selection is modest. Zhangye city offers far more variety, including local Gansu noodle dishes and Silk Road-influenced cuisine.

Traveller Tips
  • Book transport to Zhangye Danxia National Geopark in advance, especially during peak summer and autumn seasons.
  • Carry cash (Chinese yuan) as card acceptance at the airport and smaller local vendors may be limited.
  • Check domestic flight schedules carefully, as the number of daily flights is limited and delays can occur.
  • Dress in layers — Zhangye's high-altitude desert climate means significant temperature swings between morning and afternoon.
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YZY → LHWGS · ERJ
YZY → XIYGS · ERJ
YZY → XIYMU · 320

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Zhangye Ganzhou Airport is a dual-use military and civil airport serving the city of Zhangye in Gansu Province, China. It is located 24 kilometers (15 mi) from the city center. Construction began in May 2010 to convert the air base to a dual-use airport, at an estimated cost of 313 million yuan. The airport was opened on 1 November 2011.

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