Xining to Lanzhou flights
Lanzhou lies 197 km (122 mi) east of Xining, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Xining | Lanzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 2.5 million | 4.4 million |
| Elevation | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) | 1,521 m (4,990 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | XNN, 27 km out | LHW, 55 km out |
| Postal codes | 810000 | 730000 |
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 Lanzhou
Lanzhou is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW), 55 km (34 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport | LHW | 55 km (34 mi) | 13,123 ft | 6,388 ft |
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Staying in Lanzhou
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou. Of the 80 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (28), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 278 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lanzhou from Xining?
197 km (122 mi) in a straight line, east of Xining.
How long does it take to get from Xining to Lanzhou by air?
About 1 h, 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 Lanzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Xining to Lanzhou flights?
Typically Xining Caojiabao International Airport (XNN) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW).
Where can I stay in Lanzhou?
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou, bookable on this site.
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.