Nyingchi Mainling Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 13h 50m 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 Nyingchi Mainling Airport
Linzhi Milin Airport, also called Nyingchi Mainling Airport, is a dual-use military and civilian airport in Mainling, Nyingchi, Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is suggested to be one of the most challenging instrument approaches in the world, since the airport is in a winding valley.
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Live weather
ZUNZLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | — | Unk | 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 |
| ZULSAR01 | Special use | CTA | GND | 12500 m MSL |
| ZULSAR02 | Special use | CTA | GND | 12500 m MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all China airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nyingchi Mainling Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nyingchi Mainling Airport?
The ICAO code for Nyingchi Mainling Airport is ZUNZ, and its IATA code is LZY.
Where is Nyingchi Mainling Airport located?
Nyingchi Mainling Airport is medium airport located in Nyingchi (Mainling), China, at an elevation of 9,675 ft (2,949 m).
How many runways does Nyingchi Mainling Airport have?
Nyingchi Mainling Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,843 ft / 3,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Nyingchi Mainling Airport?
Airlines historically serving Nyingchi Mainling Airport include Air China, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Virgin Express (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Nyingchi Mainling Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Nyingchi Mainling Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Nyingchi Mainling Airport in?
Nyingchi Mainling Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Nyingchi Mainling Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nyingchi Mainling Airport is approximately 0.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nyingchi Mainling Airport?
The nearest airport to Nyingchi Mainling Airport is Tuting Advanced Landing Ground (IN-0307), about 35.1 nm to the ese, followed by Mechuka Advanced Landing Ground and Along Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nyingchi Mainling Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.