Ili Yining International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 15h 9m 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 Ili Yining International Airport
Ili Yining International Airport is an airport located in Yining (Ghulja) City, within the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is operated by Xinjiang Airport Group Co., Ltd. Construction of the original Yining Airport began in 1936, and over the decades it has used several names, including Yili Air Station (伊犁航空站), Civil Aviation Yining Station (民用航空伊宁站), CAAC Ürümqi Administration Yining Airport (民航乌鲁木齐管理局伊宁机场), Xinjiang Airport Group Yining Airport (新疆机场集团有限责任公司伊宁机场) and Xinjiang Airport Group Yining (Nalati) Airport.
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Live weather
ZWYNLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 7,874 ft / 2,400 m | 148 ft | — | Lighted | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| URUMQI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| ZWWWAR02 | 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 Ili Yining International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ili Yining International Airport?
The ICAO code for Ili Yining International Airport is ZWYN, and its IATA code is YIN.
Where is Ili Yining International Airport located?
Ili Yining International Airport is medium airport located in Ili (Yining / Ghulja), China.
How many runways does Ili Yining International Airport have?
Ili Yining International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 7,874 ft / 2,400 m.
Which airlines fly to Ili Yining International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Ili Yining International Airport include Air China, Air Foyle, China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Ili Yining International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Ili Yining International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Ili Yining International Airport in?
Ili Yining International Airport is in the Asia/Urumqi time zone (UTC+06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ili Yining International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ili Yining International Airport is approximately 4.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ili Yining International Airport?
The nearest airport to Ili Yining International Airport is Tekes Zhuque Airport (CN-0283), about 49.4 nm to the sse, followed by Zhaosu Tianma Airport and Bole Alashankou Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ili Yining International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.