Golmud Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 24m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Golmud Airport
Golmud Airport is a dual-use military and civil airport serving Golmud, Qinghai province, China.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ZLGMLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 15,748 ft / 4,800 m | 160 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KUNMING | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| URUMQI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| LANZHOU | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all China airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Golmud Airport?
The ICAO code for Golmud Airport is ZLGM, and its IATA code is GOQ.
Where is Golmud Airport located?
Golmud Airport is medium airport located in Golmud, China, at an elevation of 9,334 ft (2,845 m).
How many runways does Golmud Airport have?
Golmud Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 15,748 ft / 4,800 m.
Which airlines fly to Golmud Airport?
Airlines historically serving Golmud Airport include China Eastern Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Golmud Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Golmud Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Golmud Airport in?
Golmud Airport is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Golmud Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Golmud Airport is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Golmud Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.