Zhongwei to Lanzhou flights
Lanzhou lies 202 km (125 mi) south-west of Zhongwei, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 1 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.
| Zhongwei | Lanzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.2 million | 4.4 million |
| Elevation | 1,227 m (4,026 ft) | 1,521 m (4,990 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | ZHY, 8 km out | LHW, 55 km out |
| Postal codes | 755000 | 730000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Zhongwei
Zhongwei is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,186 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul 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 Zhongwei?
202 km (125 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Zhongwei.
How long does it take to get from Zhongwei to Lanzhou by air?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zhongwei and Lanzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Zhongwei to Lanzhou flights?
Typically Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.