Gateway to Hubei's Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture.
Opened
1994
Location
Enshi, China
Enshi Xujiaping Airport (IATA: ENH, ICAO: ZHES) is a civil airport serving Enshi, the capital of the Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture in western Hubei Province, China. The airport connects this mountainous, tourism-rich region to major Chinese cities, supporting both local residents and visitors drawn to Enshi's scenic landscapes and ethnic minority culture.
The airport operates domestic routes to cities including Wuhan, Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, and Shanghai, served primarily by Chinese carriers. Its location in a complex mountainous terrain makes it a critical transport link, as road and rail connections to the region can be lengthy and challenging.
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal building handling all domestic passenger operations.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 15 kilometers from central Enshi city, accessible by taxi and airport shuttle buses.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving Enshi Xujiaping Airport include China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Shenzhen Airlines.
Notable facts
- ›Situated in the mountainous Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture in western Hubei.
- ›The surrounding region is known for its dramatic canyon scenery, including the Enshi Grand Canyon.
- ›The airport primarily serves domestic routes with no scheduled international services.
- ›High terrain surrounding the airport presents particular challenges for flight operations.
- ›The airport supports growing tourism to one of Hubei's most scenic and culturally distinct areas.
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