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Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN) in Xining, China. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.
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Xining Caojiabao Airport

Xining, China

🏷️IATAXNN
📍CityXining
📞Helpline+86 971 813 3333
🌐xiningairport.com
Caojiabao, Haidong, Qinghai, China, 810016
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ℹ️ About Xining Caojiabao Airport

Xining Caojiabao International Airport was opened in 1991. It is operated by Qinghai Airport Co., Ltd.

In 2019, the airport handled approximately 7.6 million passengers. Its IATA code is XNN.

It serves as a major transportation hub for Qinghai Province and surrounding areas. Future expansion plans include further increasing terminal capacity.

🏢 Terminals

Xining Caojiabao International Airport has 3 terminals. Terminal 1 handles domestic flights.

Terminal 2 also handles domestic flights. Terminal 3 handles both domestic and international flights.

The airport has a total of 26 gates. In 2018, Terminal 3 was expanded, increasing the airport's capacity to 13 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Xining Airport
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Metro/Rail
None.
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Bus
Airport Shuttle Bus Route 1 operates between the airport and the city center. The fare is approximately CNY 21.
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Taxi/Cab
Taxis are available outside the arrival hall. The approximate fare to the city center is CNY 80-100.
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Distance
29 km from Xining city center, approximately 40 minutes without traffic, up to 60 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
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Lounges
First Class Lounge (domestic), located in Terminal 3. Access is typically for first-class passengers or via lounge membership programs.
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Food & Dining
Ajisen Ramen, McDonald's, and local Qinghai cuisine restaurants are available. Limited 24-hour options.
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Shopping
Duty-free shops are available in the international area of Terminal 3. Local souvenir shops are also present.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available. Connect to the airport's WiFi network.
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Banking
ATMs are located in the public areas of the terminals. Currency exchange services are available in Terminal 3.
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Medical
A medical clinic is available in Terminal 3, hours may vary.
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Other
Prayer rooms are available. Smoking zones are located outside the terminals.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking and long-term parking are available. Short-term parking rates are CNY 6 per hour. Long-term parking rates are CNY 40 per day. No pre-booking available.

💡 Tips for Travellers
1
Consider taking the Airport Shuttle Bus Route 1 to save money on transportation to the city center.
2
Check the location of your gate in advance, as the terminals are spread out.
3
Currency exchange services are limited, so exchange currency before arriving at the airport if possible.
4
Be aware that taxi fares can vary, so confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.
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