Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (IATA: LHW, ICAO: ZLLL) serves Lanzhou (Yongdeng), CN. It has 212 scheduled routes to 88 destinations in 2 countries, operated by 29 airlines.
- Modern and Spacious Terminals: The new Terminal 3 (opened March/April 2024) and Terminal 2 (opened 2015) are described as light, airy, and beautiful, offering a significant improvement with modern design and ample check-in counters.
- Efficient High-Speed Rail Connection: The Zhongchuan Airport Railway Station is integrated with the terminal, offering a fast (30-40 minutes) and convenient high-speed rail connection to Lanzhou West and Lanzhou Railway Stations. This is widely preferred over slower airport buses and more expensive taxis.
- Seamless Air-Rail Transfer: Terminal 3 offers a "three-dimensional integrated transportation hub" with physical connectivity and mutual security check trust between high-speed rail and aviation, allowing for quick transfers.
- Good Food and Shopping Options: The terminals offer diverse restaurants and shopping options, including several Gansu Province Museum cultural and creative stores.
- VIP Lounges: Available VIP lounges provide a peaceful retreat with high-speed Wi-Fi, complimentary refreshments, and comfortable seating.
- Helpful Staff: Some travelers have reported staff being "fantastic" and willing to assist, even offering personal phones during delays.
- Security Screening Process: While the new Terminal 3 features automated security with quick processing, older reviews noted typical Chinese security checks with limited space for passengers to remove items, potentially leading to congestion and some staff having a "cold" attitude.
- Distance from City Center: The airport is located 67-75 km from Lanzhou city center, making the commute time-consuming, though the high-speed rail has significantly improved this.
- Lack of Full International Amenities: Despite being modern, Skytrax rates LHW as a 3-Star Regional Airport, indicating it lacks some amenities and service features expected in a full international airport.
- Long Walks to Gates (older reviews): Passengers, particularly those whose gates were in the older Terminal 1 connected to Terminal 2, reported very long walks with no travelators available.
- Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport has made significant strides in improving its infrastructure and transportation links, particularly with the new Terminal 3** and enhanced high-speed rail connectivity. While some aspects like the breadth of international-level amenities could still be improved, the airport efficiently handles growing passenger traffic and provides essential services for both domestic and international travelers.
- Sources researched: airportroutes.com, you.ctrip.com, flyert.com.cn, airlinequality.com, pk.trip.com*
Routes from LHW
88 nonstop destinations · 29 airlines.
Airlines at LHW
29 carriers operate scheduled departures.
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Airport routes
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) offers 212 flight routes operated by 29 airlines. Major carriers include Spring Airlines, China Eastern, Hainan Airlines and others. Popular destinations from Lanzhou (Yongdeng) include Kunming Changshui Int'l, Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l, Shanghai Pudong Int'l, Beijing Daxing International Airport, Beijing Capital Int'l.
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How many destinations have nonstop flights from LHW?
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport has 212 scheduled routes to 88 destinations in 2 countries, operated by 29 airlines.
Which airlines fly from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport?
29 carriers operate scheduled departures, including Spring Airlines, China Eastern, Hainan Airlines.
Where is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport located?
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport is located in Lanzhou (Yongdeng), CN, at an elevation of 6388 ft. Its IATA code is LHW and ICAO code is ZLLL.