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Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport

Zhengzhou, China
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Central China's major aviation hub serving Henan Province.

Opened
1997
Location
Zhengzhou, China
Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO/ZHCC) is the primary commercial airport serving Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan Province in central China. It is one of the fastest-growing cargo airports in China and ranks among the top airports globally by air freight volume, owing largely to the Zhengzhou–Luxemburg cargo route operated in partnership with Cargolux. The airport serves as a hub for China Southern Airlines and Henan Airlines (Shenzhen Airlines subsidiary) and handles tens of millions of passengers annually. Its strategic location in central China makes it an important logistics and passenger gateway. A significant expansion program has increased the airport's capacity considerably, including the construction of additional terminals and runways to accommodate growing demand from both passenger and cargo traffic.
Terminals
The airport operates multiple passenger terminals including Terminal T1 and the larger Terminal T2, which opened in 2015 to handle increased traffic.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to central Zhengzhou by the Airport Express metro line (Line 2) as well as intercity rail, buses, and taxis.
Airlines here
Major carriers include China Southern Airlines, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and Henan Airlines, with international services from multiple foreign carriers.
Notable facts
  • ›Zhengzhou–Luxemburg cargo route has made CGO one of the top air cargo airports globally.
  • ›The airport handled over 20 million passengers annually before COVID-19 disruptions.
  • ›CGO is a major hub for e-commerce freight, particularly linked to electronics manufacturing.
  • ›The airport has two parallel runways supporting high throughput operations.
  • ›Henan Province's large population of over 100 million people underpins strong passenger demand.
Official website Wikipedia
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Route map (55 destinations)

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Routes

CGO → CGQ3U · 321
CGO → CKG3U · 321
CGO → KMG3U · 320
CGO → CTU3U · 321
CGO → HRB3U · 320
CGO → KMG8L · 320 738 737
CGO → LJG8L · 319 321
CGO → HGH3U · 320
CGO → URC3U · 320
CGO → RMQAE · E90
CGO → TPEAE · 738 333
CGO → TPEBR · 332 321
CGO → CTUCA · 320
CGO → DLCCA · 738
CGO → HRBCA · 320
CGO → MFMCA · 320 319
CGO → NNGCA · 320
CGO → PEKCA · 738
CGO → SHECA · 320
CGO → SZXCA · 320 738
CGO → TAOCA · 738
CGO → XMNCA · 738
CGO → XNNCA · 319
CGO → HAKCA · 320
CGO → HGHCA · 319
CGO → KMGCA · 320
CGO → LHWCA · 738
CGO → MIGCA · CR2
CGO → URCCA · 320
CGO → HKGCX · 320
CGO → CTUCZ · 73G 738 320
CGO → FOCCZ · 752
CGO → HGHCZ · 738
CGO → HRBCZ · 320
CGO → KMGCZ · 73G 733 737
CGO → KWECZ · 319
CGO → SHACZ · 738 737 320 321
CGO → SZXCZ · 733 73G 738
CGO → YTYCZ · 738
CGO → BAVCZ · 738
CGO → BKKCZ · 738
CGO → CANCZ · 73G 738 733
CGO → CKGCZ · 738 73G
CGO → DLCCZ · 319
CGO → HAKCZ · 738 320 733
CGO → PVGCZ · 320 738
CGO → TAOCZ · 738
CGO → URCCZ · 738 752
CGO → XMNCZ · 733 319
CGO → XNNCZ · 737
CGO → CANCA · 320
CGO → CKGCA · 738
CGO → BHYCZ · 321
CGO → CGQCZ · 738
CGO → HKGCZ · 738
CGO → KHHCZ · 738
CGO → LHWCZ · 737
CGO → SHECZ · 73G 320 321
CGO → TPECZ · 738
CGO → UYNCZ · 738
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City & Place Guide

Ancient capital meets modern China on the Yellow River

Zhengzhou is the capital of Henan Province and one of China's Eight Ancient Capitals, sitting at the heart of the Central Plains. With a history spanning over 3,500 years, it served as the capital of the Shang Dynasty and remains a major hub of Chinese civilization.

Today Zhengzhou is a rapidly growing metropolis and major rail junction, making it an excellent base for exploring central China. The city blends archaeological treasures, kung fu culture, and modern infrastructure, offering travelers a less-touristed alternative to Beijing or Xi'an.

Nearby attractions such as the Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes elevate Zhengzhou into a compelling destination for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

  • •Shaolin Temple — birthplace of kung fu and Chan Buddhism, 80 km west
  • •Longmen Grottoes — UNESCO-listed cliffside Buddhist carvings near Luoyang
  • •Henan Museum — world-class collection of Shang Dynasty bronzes and artifacts
  • •Yellow River Scenic Area — panoramic views of China's storied 'Mother River'
  • •Shang Dynasty Ruins (Shang City Ruins Park) — ancient city walls from 1600 BCE
  • •Zhengzhou Botanical Garden — vast green escape popular with locals

Getting around: Zhengzhou has a growing metro network with multiple lines covering the city center and key attractions. City buses are cheap but complex for non-Chinese speakers. Didi (China's rideshare app) is the easiest option for tourists and works reliably across the city. Taxis are widely available and metered. High-speed rail connects Zhengzhou to Luoyang, Beijing, and Shanghai in hours.

Best time: Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer mild temperatures and clear skies, making them the most pleasant seasons to visit.

Local food: Try Henan-style braised noodles (烩面, huìmiàn), steamed dumplings, spicy stewed meat pies, and the famous Shaolin monastery vegetarian dishes when visiting the temple area.

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Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport is an international airport owned and operated by Henan Airport Group serving Zhengzhou, the capital of South Central China's Henan province.

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