Datong to Qiaotou flights
Qiaotou lies 1,069 km (664 mi) west of Datong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 7 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Datong | Qiaotou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.1 million | 114,712 |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 2,487 m (8,159 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | DAT, 16 km out | XNN, 56 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Datong
Datong is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Qiaotou
Qiaotou is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Xining Caojiabao International Airport (XNN), 56 km (35 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xining Caojiabao International Airport | XNN | 56 km (35 mi) | 12,467 ft | 7,119 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Qiaotou from Datong?
1,069 km (664 mi) in a straight line, west of Datong.
How long does it take to get from Datong to Qiaotou by air?
About 2 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Datong and Qiaotou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Datong to Qiaotou flights?
Typically Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT) to Xining Caojiabao International Airport (XNN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.