How many airports are there in Sichuan? Revealing the layout of aviation hubs in western China
As an important province in western China, Sichuan not only has a developed economy and rich tourism resources, but also has an extremely complete air transportation network. In recent years, with the commissioning of Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, Sichuan's aviation hub status has been further consolidated. So, how many airports are there in Sichuan? How are they distributed and operated? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis based on the latest data.
1. Total number and classification of Sichuan airports
As of 2023, Sichuan has a total of18Civilian transportation airports (including military-civilian airports) cover many important cities and tourist destinations in the province. The following is a detailed list:
| Airport name | City | level | Opening time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Chengdu | Class 4F | 1938 |
| Chengdu Tianfu International Airport | Chengdu | Class 4F | 2021 |
| Mianyang Nanjiao Airport | Mianyang | 4D level | 2001 |
| Yibin Wuliangye Airport | Yibin | Level 4C | 2019 |
| Luzhou Yunlong Airport | Luzhou | Level 4C | 2018 |
| Nanchong Gaoping Airport | Nanchong | Level 4C | 2004 |
| Dazhou Jinya Airport | Dazhou | Level 4C | 2022 |
| Guangyuan Panlong Airport | Guangyuan | Level 4C | 2009 |
| Panzhihua Baoying Airport | Panzhihua | Level 4C | 2003 |
| Xichang Qingshan Airport | Liangshan Prefecture | 4D level | 1975 |
| Aba Hongyuan Airport | Aba Prefecture | Level 4C | 2014 |
| Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport | Aba Prefecture | Level 4C | 2003 |
| Ganzi Kangding Airport | Ganzi Prefecture | Level 4C | 2008 |
| Ganzi Daocheng Yading Airport | Ganzi Prefecture | Level 4C | 2013 |
| Bazhong Enyang Airport | Bazhong | Level 4C | 2019 |
| Guanghan Airport (for military and civilian use) | Deyang | Level 4C | 1943 |
| Leshan Airport (under construction) | Leshan | Level 4C | Expected to be 2024 |
| Langzhong Airport (under construction) | Nanchong | Level 4C | Expected to be 2024 |
2. Characteristics and distribution of Sichuan airports
1.dual airport city: Chengdu is the third city in China to have dual international airports (after Beijing and Shanghai). Shuangliu Airport focuses on domestic routes, while Tianfu Airport focuses on international and transit functions.
2.Dense airports on the plateau: Plateau areas such as Garze and Aba have multiple high-altitude airports (such as Daocheng Yading Airport, which is 4,411 meters above sea level), assisting the development of tourism.
3.Wide coverage: In addition to the Chengdu Plain, there are airports in eastern Sichuan (Dazhou), southern Sichuan (Luzhou), and northern Sichuan (Guangyuan), forming a "combination of trunk and branch" aviation network.
3. Future planning
According to the "Sichuan Province "14th Five-Year Plan" Comprehensive Transportation Development Plan, by 2025, Sichuan will add Leshan and Langzhong airports, and the total number of civil airports in the province is expected to exceed 20, further consolidating the status of the western aviation hub.
Conclusion
The quantity and quality of Sichuan's airports are among the best in the country, which not only serves economic development but also promotes the development of tourism resources. With the construction and upgrading of more airports, Sichuan's aviation network will become more complete, providing passengers with a more convenient travel experience.
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