Bole Alashankou Airport (BPL)
Bole, CN 🇨🇳 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
ZWBL
IATA
BPL
Elevation
1253 ft
Region
CN-65
Local Time
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GPS Code: ZWBL
Local Code: Not available
Location: 44.895461° N, 82.30007° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Bole Alashankou Airport (BPL) offers 24 flight routes operated by 7 airlines. Major carriers include China Express Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and others. Popular destinations from Bole include Altay, Aksu, Korla, Urumqi Diwopu Int'l and Kashgar (Kashi).
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Tacheng (TCG) new
- Shache Airport (QSZ) new
- Turpan Jiaohe (TLQ) new
- Xi'an Xianyang Int'l (XIY) new
- Chengdu Tianfu Int'l (TFU) new
- Alaer Talimu (ACF) new
- Urumqi Diwopu Int'l (URC) new
- Kashgar (Kashi) (KHG) new
- Korla (KRL) new
- Aksu (AKU) new
- Altay (AAT) new
- Wuhan Tianhe (WUH) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Bole Alashankou AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
China Express Airlines
HXA
/ G5
|
9 | 298 | 9 | Jan 30, 2026 |
Chengdu Airlines
UEA
/ EU
|
8 | 197 | 8 | Jan 30, 2026 |
Sichuan Airlines
CSC
/ 3U
|
1 | 59 | 1 | Jan 30, 2026 |
China Southern Airlines
CSN
/ CZ
|
2 | 55 | 2 | Jan 27, 2026 |
Tianjin Airlines
GCR
/ GS
|
1 | 55 | 1 | Jan 30, 2026 |
China Eastern
CES
/ MU
|
2 | 54 | 2 | Jan 30, 2026 |
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Urumqi Air
CUH
/ UQ
|
1 | 12 | 1 | Oct 7, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
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10/28 |
8530 ft | - ft | Unknown | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
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Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available at a designated taxi stand outside the arrivals terminal. The journey to downtown Bole is approximately 18-20 km and takes about 20-30 minutes. Fares are typically metered, but it's advisable to confirm with the driver before starting the trip. Having your destination address written in Chinese is highly recommended.
Rental Cars
Car rental services are available, primarily from national Chinese providers who may offer airport pickup and drop-off services. It is recommended to book in advance online. Note that foreign visitors typically need a valid Chinese driver's license to rent and drive a car in China, as an International Driving Permit (IDP) is not recognized for this purpose.
Public Transportation
An airport shuttle bus service connects Bole Alashankou Airport with the city center of Bole. The bus schedule is typically aligned with flight arrival and departure times, making it a convenient and economical option. The bus stop is located outside the terminal building. This is the primary form of public transportation to and from the airport.