Datong Yungang International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
DAT
ICAO Code
ZBDT
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

The airport operates from a single passenger terminal and primarily handles domestic flights connecting Datong with other Chinese cities. The layout is compact: check-in and baggage claim are on the landside with security and gates on a single airside concourse.

Datong Yungang International Airport
Elevation: 1049 m
40.0614, 113.4805

Terminal Guide for Datong Yungang International Airport #

Datong Yungang International Airport uses a single passenger terminal serving check-in, security and gates in one compact building. Facilities are concentrated and walking distances are short; the terminal is optimized for point-to-point domestic services rather than large transfer flows.

Getting to and From Datong Yungang International Airport #

Taxis, local airport shuttle buses and private cars are the main ways to reach Datong city; travel to the city center typically takes around 20-40 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Rail/metro: No metro connection; nearest rail services are via Datong city stations.
  • Buses: Local airport shuttle buses connect to Datong city and major bus stations; frequency varies by schedule.
  • Taxis: Metered taxis are readily available outside arrivals; journey time ~20-40 minutes.
  • Ride-share: Ride-hailing apps operate in the region; check local app availability.
  • Driving: The airport is served by regional roads; driving times to central Datong are typically under 40 minutes outside peak traffic.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Datong Yungang International Airport #

The terminal is small with basic passenger facilities concentrated in one building.

  • Lounges: Short-stay domestic lounges or airline lounges may be limited; priority-pass lounges are unlikely.
  • Food & drink: A small selection of cafes and fast-food outlets is available landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi may be available but speeds and time limits vary.
  • Charging: Some charging points and seating with outlets in public areas.
  • Luggage: Baggage claim and basic lost-and-found services present; left-luggage services may be limited.
  • Accessibility: Standard accessibility facilities (ramps, accessible toilets) are provided but check with your airline if you need special assistance.

Tips for Datong Yungang International Airport #

  • Most flights are domestic - expect simple arrival procedures and limited international services; don’t rely on extensive transfer desks.
  • Taxis and local airport shuttles are the most practical way to reach Datong city; confirm the fare or use the meter for taxis.
  • If you need services (SIM, currency) after hours, plan to buy them in the city - the terminal has limited landside retail.

Weather & Climate near Datong Yungang International Airport #

Climate

Datong Yungang International Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 95 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MayJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-28°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -18°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-18° -3°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-14°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -7°C. Almost no rain.

70 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-7°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
17°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
14.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

63 Good

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-8°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-15° -1°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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