Flights to Tibet

It's convenient to take a flight to Tibet. At present, there are flights to Lhasa from more than 18 cities in China and from Kathmandu in Nepal.

There is no other direct flight to Tibet from overseas except Nepal, so the international tourists need to transit in one of the gateway cities in China before flying to Tibet, and usually they are Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xi'an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming, etc. 

Meanwhile, it's advisable to at least stay an overnight in a gateway city en route to Lhasa, either to pick up your Tibet Travel Permit or to buffer potential delays of your international flights. For those who'd travel to Tibet from Nepal, at least 3 work days before starting the tour is needed to get a group visa which could only be issued at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu.

The cost of flights varies according to different seasons, and Go To Tibet Tours can help book the discounted tickets with competitive price. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

Popular Gateway Cities for Flights to Tibet

Taking a flight to Tibet is the easiest way among the means of transport. The most popular gateway cities to get to Tibet by flight are Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xi’an, Chongqing, Chengdu in China and Kathmandu in Nepal. Furthermore, there are many other cities in China operating flights to Lhasa, Nyingchi and Shigatse. You’ll find the details of each flight route below.

Flights from Beijing to Lhasa and Lhasa to Beijing Flights from Beijing to Lhasa and Lhasa to Beijing There are several flights from Beijing to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports, internal transportation and useful info of Beijing to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Chengdu to Lhasa and Lhasa to Chengdu Flights from Chengdu to Lhasa and Lhasa to Chengdu There are a large number of flights from Chengdu to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Chengdu to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Chengdu to Nyingchi and Nyingchi to Chengdu Flights from Chengdu to Nyingchi and Nyingchi to Chengdu There are several flights from Chengdu to Nyingchi everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Chengdu to Nyingchi flights.
Flights from Chengdu to Shigatse and Shigatse to Chengdu Flights from Chengdu to Shigatse and Shigatse to Chengdu There is only one flight from Chengdu to Shigatse. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Chengdu to Shigatse flights.
Flights from Chongqing to Lhasa and Lhasa to Chongqing Flights from Chongqing to Lhasa and Lhasa to Chongqing There is are several flights from Chongqing to Lhasa. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Chongqing to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Guangzhou to Lhasa and Lhasa to Guangzhou Flights from Guangzhou to Lhasa and Lhasa to Guangzhou There is one daily flight from Guangzhou to Lhasa. Check the detailed schedule, airports, internal transportation and useful info of Guangzhou to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Kathmandu to Lhasa and Lhasa to Kathmandu Flights from Kathmandu to Lhasa and Lhasa to Kathmandu There are direct flights from Kathmandu to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Kathmandu to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Kunming to Lhasa and Lhasa to Kunming Flights from Kunming to Lhasa and Lhasa to Kunming There are several flights from Kunming to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Kunming to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Lijiang to Lhasa and Lhasa to Lijiang Flights from Lijiang to Lhasa and Lhasa to Lijiang There is one flight from Lijiang to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Lijiang to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Shanghai to Lhasa and Lhasa to Shanghai Flights from Shanghai to Lhasa and Lhasa to Shanghai There are several flights from Shanghai to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Shanghai to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Shangri-La to Lhasa and Lhasa to Shangri-La Flights from Shangri-La to Lhasa and Lhasa to Shangri-La There is one flight from Shangri-la to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Beijing to Lhasa flights.
Flights from Xi'an to Lhasa and Lhasa to Xi'an Flights from Xi'an to Lhasa and Lhasa to Xi'an There are several flights from Xi'an to Lhasa everyday. Check the detailed schedule, airports and useful info of Xi'an to Lhasa flights.

Five Major Airports in Tibet

Lhasa Gonggar AirportLhasa Gonggar Airport
At an elevation of 3570 meters, Lhasa Gonggar Airport is the most important airport in Tibet. It connects the major cities in China by flights and is used by most travelers.
Shigatse Peace AirportShigatse Peace Airport
Situated at 3782 meters above sea level, Shigatse Peace Airport is one of the highest airports in the world. Now there are flights to/from Chengdu, Xi’an and Chongqing.
Nyingchi Milin AirportNyingchi Milin Airport
Nyingchi Milin Airport is the 3rd airport that put into use in Tibet with lower elevation of 2949 meters, operating flights to/from Chengdu, Chongqing, Guangzhou and Xi'an.
Ngari Kunsha AirportNgari Kunsha Airport
Kunsha Airport (Gunsa Airport) is the 4th highest airport in the world situated at 4274 meters. There are flights between Lhasa and Ngari.
Chamdo Bangda AirportChamdo Bangda Airport
At an elevation of 4334 meters high, Chamdo Bangda Airport operates flights to/from Chengdu and Chongqing.

More Tips on Flights to Tibet

It’s very convenient to get to Tibet by flight. Nevertheless, are you aware of that you will need a Tibet Permit to get on the flight? And do you know there are big differences on the price for the flights to Tibet in different season? Below are some useful suggestions and tips on the ticket booking, boarding preparation, baggage allowance, etc.

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