Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
JZH
ICAO Code
ZUJZ
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport serves the Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong scenic areas in northern Sichuan. It is a single‑terminal regional airport that handles a mix of scheduled and seasonal charter flights, primarily from Chinese cities catering to tourists visiting the national parks.

Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport
Elevation: 3452 m
32.8533, 103.6822

Terminal Guide for Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport #

The airport operates from one passenger terminal laid out for domestic and seasonal tourist flights. The building is compact with arrivals, baggage claim and ground transport on the lower level and departures/check‑in on the upper level. Gate areas are small and designed for short walks to the aircraft; expect basic passenger services rather than full airport mall offerings.

Getting to and From Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport #

Ground transport is focused on transfers to Jiuzhaigou Valley, Songpan and other local towns; travel times are longer than many airports because of mountain roads. Expect roughly 1.5-2 hours by road to the main Jiuzhaigou area depending on conditions.

  • Airport shuttle / hotel transfer: Most visitors use prebooked coach transfers or hotel shuttles; these are the most common and reliable option for reaching the scenic areas.
  • Taxis / private car: Taxis and private cars operate from the arrivals curb; fares and journey times vary with road conditions and weather.
  • Driving: Mountain roads can be winding and slow; allow extra time, especially in poor weather.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport #

Facilities are geared to tourist throughput rather than long‑stay travellers. Expect some cafés/tea stalls, a tourist information desk and basic convenience items; shopping is minimal and dedicated lounges are uncommon. Wi‑Fi service can be variable - mobile data is recommended. Charging points and luggage services are limited; confirm availability before relying on them.

Tips for Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport #

  • Weather and mountain conditions frequently affect schedules; build extra buffer time for onward travel to Jiuzhaigou/Huanglong.
  • Prebook an airport shuttle or arrange hotel transfer - shared shuttles fill up quickly in peak season.

Weather & Climate near Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport #

Climate

Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic (Dry Winter) - Subarctic (Dry Winter) climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 17°C. Moderate rainfall (722 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 59 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -15°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-15° -1°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-12°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-7°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.2h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -13°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-13°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
9.9h daylight