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Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport

Guiyang (Nanming), China
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Southwest China's gateway connecting Guizhou Province to the world.

Opened
1997
Location
Guiyang, China
Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE/ZUGY) is the primary commercial airport serving Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province in southwestern China. Situated approximately 11 kilometers east of the city center in the Longdongbao area of Nanming District, it handles millions of passengers annually and serves as a key regional hub. The airport has undergone significant expansion in recent decades to accommodate rapid growth in air travel demand driven by Guizhou's economic development and tourism industry. It connects Guiyang to major Chinese cities as well as international destinations across Asia. As one of the busiest airports in Southwest China, Longdongbao plays a vital role in the regional aviation network, supporting both business travel and tourism to Guizhou's natural attractions, including Huangguoshu Waterfall and Zhangjiajie-adjacent destinations.
Terminals
The airport operates with a main terminal complex that has been expanded over the years to increase passenger handling capacity.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Guiyang city center via shuttle buses, taxis, and ride-hailing services, with travel time of approximately 30–40 minutes.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating here include Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Guizhou Airlines, among other domestic and regional carriers.
Notable facts
  • ›Located about 11 km east of Guiyang city center in Nanming District.
  • ›Serves as an important gateway to Guizhou Province's growing tourism industry.
  • ›Handles tens of millions of passengers annually, reflecting Guizhou's rapid economic growth.
  • ›The airport's IATA code KWE reflects the city's historical romanization 'Kweiyang.'
  • ›International routes primarily connect to destinations in Southeast and East Asia.
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Route map (48 destinations)

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Routes

KWE → HGH3U · 320
KWE → JJN3U · 320
KWE → KMG3U · 320
KWE → LHW3U · 321
KWE → XUZ3U · 321
KWE → XUZ8L · 319
KWE → SIN8L · 321
KWE → SHA9C · 320
KWE → CTU3U · 320
KWE → SYX3U · 321
KWE → WNZ3U · 320
KWE → KMG8L · 737 321
KWE → LJG8L · 319
KWE → NKG8L · 737
KWE → HFECA · 738
KWE → HGHCA · 320 319
KWE → PVGCA · 320
KWE → SHACA · 320
KWE → CANCA · 737
KWE → NKGCA · 738
KWE → SZXCA · 321
KWE → WNZCA · 319
KWE → XIYCA · 738
KWE → CKGCZ · 738
KWE → CTUCZ · 738
KWE → LJGCZ · 319
KWE → NNGCZ · 73G 738
KWE → ZUHCZ · 73G 738
KWE → CANCZ · 738
KWE → CSXCZ · 737
KWE → DLUCZ · 319
KWE → FOCCZ · 737
KWE → HGHCZ · 737
KWE → PVGCZ · 738
KWE → TPECZ · 738
KWE → URCCZ · 73G
KWE → CGOCA · 738
KWE → CKGCA · 738
KWE → TNACA · 738
KWE → WUHCA · 738
KWE → ZUHCA · 738
KWE → HKTCZ · 738
KWE → JJNCZ · 737
KWE → KMGCZ · 738 73G
KWE → NKGCZ · 738 319
KWE → PEKCZ · 738 73G
KWE → SHACZ · 73G 321 738
KWE → SZXCZ · 320 738 319
KWE → TAOCZ · 738
KWE → CTUCA · 320 321
KWE → KHNCA · 733
KWE → KMGCA · 738
KWE → PEKCA · 320 738
KWE → XMNCA · 737 738
KWE → CGOCZ · 319
KWE → SWACZ · 738
KWE → WUHCZ · 73G 738
KWE → XIYCZ · 73G 320 738
KWE → XNNCZ · 738
KWE → FOCEU · 319
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City & Place Guide

Cool plateau city blending Miao culture, karst scenery, and hotpot

Guiyang is the capital of Guizhou Province in southwest China, situated on a high karst plateau at roughly 1,100 meters elevation. The Nanming District forms the urban core, home to the city's main commercial streets, historic temples, and the winding Nanming River that cuts through downtown.

Long overlooked by travelers, Guiyang has grown rapidly and now serves as a gateway to Guizhou's dramatic landscapes, including Huangguoshu Waterfall and the rice terraces of Qiannan. The city retains a relaxed pace, affordable prices, and a vibrant street-food culture rooted in Miao and Buyi minority traditions.

Summer temperatures rarely exceed 26°C, earning Guiyang a reputation as a natural air-conditioner and making it a popular escape from scorching lowland cities. The local government has heavily invested in high-speed rail links, turning Guiyang into a well-connected regional hub.

  • •Jiaxiu Pavilion — iconic Ming-dynasty tower rising from the Nanming River
  • •Qianling Mountain Park — forested hill with macaque monkeys and Hongfu Temple
  • •Qingyan Ancient Town — 600-year-old walled garrison town 30 km south
  • •Guizhou Provincial Museum — strong collection of minority ethnic costumes and artifacts
  • •Huaxi Wetland Park — scenic riverside greenway popular with locals at dusk
  • •Night Market on Zhongshan Road — street-food hub for grilled skewers and sour soups

Getting around: Guiyang has a growing metro network with multiple lines covering Nanming District and major rail stations, making it the easiest way to navigate the city. City buses are extensive and cheap but signage is mostly in Chinese. Taxis are metered and affordable; DiDi (China's dominant rideshare app) works well and supports in-app translation for foreign users. High-speed trains connect Guiyang North Station to Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming, and Guangzhou in a matter of hours.

Best time: Late spring (April–May) and early autumn (September–October) offer mild temperatures, less rain, and clear skies ideal for sightseeing.

Local food: Don't miss sour fish soup (酸汤鱼), spicy Siwa noodles, roasted tofu skewers, and the fiery Guizhou hotpot loaded with chili and fermented flavors.

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Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport is an international airport serving Guiyang, the capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, and the hub for Colorful Guizhou Airlines. The airport was opened on 28 May 1997 and adopted its current name on 19 January 2006. It is located 11 km (6.8 mi) southeast from Guiyang's city center. It is about 4 km2 (1.5 sq mi) and has a 3,200-metre (10,500 ft) long, 45-metre (148 ft) wide runway, which can accommodate Boeing 747 or Airbus A330 widebody aircraft. The terminal is about 34,000 m2 (370,000 sq ft), available for over 2000 passengers departing and arriving per hour.

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