Datong to Tongren flights
Tongren lies 1,113 km (691 mi) south-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 11 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 | Tongren | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.1 million | 103,700 |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 2,506 m (8,222 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | DAT, 16 km out | GXH, 95 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 Tongren
Tongren is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gannan Xiahe Airport (GXH), 95 km (59 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gannan Xiahe Airport (regional) | GXH | 95 km (59 mi) | 10,499 ft | 10,510 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tongren from Datong?
1,113 km (691 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Datong.
How long does it take to get from Datong to Tongren by air?
About 2 h 11 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 Tongren?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Datong to Tongren flights?
Typically Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT) to Gannan Xiahe Airport (GXH).
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.