Gateway to Shanxi's historic salt lake region.
Opened
1993
Location
Yuncheng, China
Yuncheng Yanhu International Airport (IATA: YCU, ICAO: ZBYC) serves Yuncheng, a city in southwestern Shanxi Province, China, situated near the famous Yanhu Salt Lake from which the airport takes its name. The airport provides commercial air connectivity for a region known for its rich historical heritage, including the Guandi Temple and proximity to the ancient capitals of Shan and Jin states.
The airport handles domestic routes primarily connecting Yuncheng to major Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. It serves an important role in the regional aviation network of Shanxi Province, complementing larger hubs in Taiyuan.
Yuncheng Yanhu International Airport has undergone expansions to accommodate growing passenger demand in the region, reflecting China's broader push to develop air transport infrastructure in smaller tier-two and tier-three cities.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and limited international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and central Yuncheng is available via taxi, private car hire, and shuttle bus services.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving the airport include Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and several low-cost carriers operating domestic routes.
Notable facts
- ›Named after the nearby Yanhu Salt Lake, one of China's oldest salt production sites.
- ›Located in southwestern Shanxi Province, a region with significant historical and cultural heritage.
- ›Primarily serves domestic routes connecting Yuncheng to major Chinese cities.
- ›Supports tourism to regional attractions including the Guandi Temple in Xiezhou.
- ›Part of China's broader strategy to expand aviation access to smaller inland cities.
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