Cheap flights from Lanzhou
Lanzhou is served by the modern Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport, located 54 kilometers from the city center. This air hub is an important gateway in Northwest China, offering travelers an extensive network of routes. Among the most popular destinations from the region are flights to Beijing with a frequency of 186 departures per week, Shanghai (149 flights), and Guangzhou (112 flights). There is also a high intensity of flights to Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Nanjing, making it easy to plan both business trips and tourist itineraries.
There are 14 airlines operating in the city's aviation market, with China Eastern, Air China, and China Southern leading in terms of flight volume. Hainan Airlines and Sichuan Airlines also account for a significant share of flights, providing comfortable connections to distant provinces. To choose the best travel option, destination cards with convenient filters by vacation type are presented below. Before you set off, you can also explore the current city guide or check the forecast in the weather section.
Lanzhou — Chengdu
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Lanzhou — Xiamen
Lanzhou — Guangzhou
Lanzhou — Harbin
Flight insights from Lanzhou
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Lanzhou — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Lanzhou are Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Beijing leads with around 186 flights a week.
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Lanzhou range from Chengdu at $75 to Guangzhou at $137 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Lanzhou right now are Hohhot from $69, Dunhuang from $70 and Chengdu from $75.
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ChinaFrequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Lanzhou?
- Currently, there are regular flights on many routes from Lanzhou, with 15 destinations being the most popular. The majority of flights connect the city with China's key metropolises and provincial centers.
- What are the most popular destinations from Lanzhou?
- The leaders in flight frequency are Beijing (186 flights per week), Shanghai (149 flights), and Guangzhou (112 flights). Routes to Chengdu and Hangzhou are also popular, with 98 and 81 weekly departures, respectively.
- How many airlines fly from Lanzhou?
- 14 airlines operate regular passenger flights from the city. Major carriers such as China Eastern, Air China, and China Southern provide the highest number of departures.
- Which airports serve Lanzhou?
- The region's main aviation hub is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It is located approximately 54 kilometers from the city center and is connected by high-speed rail and highways.
- How to find cheap flights from Lanzhou?
- To find the best fares, we recommend using the filter system on this page, which allows you to group cities by interest. It is also worth keeping an eye out for special offers from major based airlines, such as China Eastern or Hainan Airlines.
- When is the best time to buy flights from Lanzhou?
- The optimal time to book is 1.5–3 months before your planned travel date. Flight prices can rise significantly during major Chinese holidays, such as Chunjie (Chinese New Year) or "Golden Week" in October.