Qamdo Bangda Airport (BPX)
Bangda, CN 🇨🇳 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
ZUBD
IATA
BPX
Elevation
14219 ft
Region
CN-54
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GPS Code: ZUBD
Local Code: Not available
Location: 30.5536° N, 97.108299° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Qamdo Bangda Airport (BPX) offers 7 flight routes operated by 3 airlines. Major carriers include Tibet Airlines, Air China and West Air. Popular destinations from Bangda include Chongqing Jiangbei Int'l, Chengdu Shuangliu Int'l, Xi'an Xianyang Int'l, Lhasa Gonggar and Mianyang Nanjiao.
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Top Airlines
Operating at Qamdo Bangda AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
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Tibet Airlines
TBA
/ TV
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5 | 77 | 5 | Feb 9, 2026 |
Air China
CCA
/ CA
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1 | 27 | 1 | Feb 9, 2026 |
West Air
CHB
/ PN
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1 | 15 | 1 | Feb 9, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
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14/32 |
14764 ft | 148 ft | Asphalt | Active Lighted |
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Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are available for hire at the airport. The journey to the main city of Chamdo is very long (around 130 km) and typically takes 2 to 2.5 hours. Fares are usually negotiated upfront and can be expensive due to the distance. For most foreign travelers, transportation is pre-arranged by their tour agency.
Rental Cars
Standard self-drive car rental services are not available at Qamdo Bangda Airport. Travel regulations in the Tibet Autonomous Region require foreign visitors to hire a private vehicle with a licensed driver and guide, which must be arranged in advance through an authorized travel agency.
Public Transportation
An official airport shuttle bus service operates between the airport and the main city of Chamdo. This is the most economical option. The bus schedule is coordinated with flight arrivals and departures, and the trip takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.