Airports

Airports in China

227 airports — codes, cities and transfers

Aksu Airport airport in China

China has 227 airports, the main one being BJS. They serve Aksu, Bole, Alxa Left Banner, Alxa Right Banner among others. For each: its IATA code, the city it serves, and how to reach the centre.

Airport to city

Train & bus · Check in advance whether a train or shuttle bus runs from the terminal — at many airports it's the fastest and cheapest way into town.

Taxi & apps · Take a taxi from the official rank with the meter, or pre-book a ride on a known app. Avoid drivers touting for a fare in the arrivals hall. Rounding up is accepted almost everywhere.

Country-level guidance — exact details on each airport's page.

Full list

Every airport in China

CodeAirportCityTransfer
From the airport, without hunting for a taxi

Transfers & car rental in China

A pre-booked transfer waits for you by name; a hire car is collected at the terminal. Both are cheaper booked ahead than at the desk.

Book your airport transfer in China ahead, no terminal surprises.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

How many airports does China have?
227 airports with an IATA code. The main one is BJS. Some are international, some domestic-only.
What is the main airport of China?
BJS handles most international traffic. From there you can reach the centre or pre-book a transfer.
How do I get from the airport into town in China?
Check in advance whether a train or shuttle bus runs from the terminal — at many airports it's the fastest and cheapest way into town.
Can I use a taxi or ride app from the airport in China?
Take a taxi from the official rank with the meter, or pre-book a ride on a known app. Avoid drivers touting for a fare in the arrivals hall.
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