Xining to Doilungdêqên flights
Doilungdêqên lies 1,266 km (786 mi) south-west of Xining, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 22 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.
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| Xining | Doilungdêqên | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 2.5 million | 137,451 |
| Elevation | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) | 3,664 m (12,021 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | XNN, 27 km out | LXA, 40 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Xining
Xining is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Xining Caojiabao International Airport (XNN), 27 km (17 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Doilungdêqên
Doilungdêqên is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lhasa Gonggar International Airport (LXA), 40 km (25 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lhasa Gonggar International Airport | LXA | 40 km (25 mi) | 13,123 ft | 11,713 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Doilungdêqên from Xining?
1,266 km (786 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Xining.
How long does it take to get from Xining to Doilungdêqên by air?
About 2 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xining and Doilungdêqên?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Xining to Doilungdêqên flights?
Typically Xining Caojiabao International Airport (XNN) to Lhasa Gonggar International Airport (LXA).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.