Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE)
Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (IATA: KWE, ICAO: ZUGY) is the principal international airport serving Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province in southwestern China. The airport is located in Nanming District, approximately 11 km southeast of central Guiyang, and opened on May 28, 1997. It was renamed Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport in 2006.
Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport at a Glance
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport name | Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport |
| Chinese name | 贵阳龙洞堡国际机场 |
| IATA code | KWE |
| ICAO code | ZUGY |
| Location | Nanming District, Guiyang, Guizhou, China |
| Distance from Guiyang city centre | Approximately 11 km |
| Opened | May 28, 1997 |
| Airport type | International / Civil |
| Main terminals | Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 |
| Metro connection | Longdongbao International Airport Station, Guiyang Metro Line 2 |
| Railway connection | Longdongbao Railway Station |
| Main airport telephone | 0851-96967 |
| Airport elevation | Approximately 1,139 m |
| Runways | Two concrete runways |
| Current airport website | gyairport.com |
Contact Numbers and Email
The airport’s official customer-service page lists 0851-96967 as the passenger service hotline. The hotline can assist with flight information, lost property enquiries, airport enquiries, public transportation information, complaints and other passenger-service matters.
| Contact purpose | Telephone / Email |
| Airport passenger service hotline | 0851-96967 |
| Airport general/company telephone | 0851-85498256 |
| T2 police duty room | 0851-85497347 |
| Airport police emergency | 0851-85498110 |
| Fire emergency | 0851-85498119 |
| Medical emergency | 0851-85498120 |
| T2 lost & found | 0851-85497806 |
| T3 lost & found | 0851-85495812 |
| T2 baggage enquiry | 0851-85498535 |
| T3 baggage enquiry | 0851-85497078 |
| Publicly listed complaint email | gzawechat@qq.com |
Emergency Contact Numbers
For emergencies at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport, the airport publishes the following direct numbers:
| Emergency service | Number |
| Airport / police emergency | 0851-85498110 |
| Fire emergency | 0851-85498119 |
| Medical emergency | 0851-85498120 |
| Airport passenger-service hotline | 0851-96967 |
| T2 police duty room | 0851-85497347 |
Terminals at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport
Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport has three numbered passenger terminals: T1, T2 and T3. Terminal 3 opened in 2021 and was designed as a major capacity expansion, with 68 check-in counters, 12 self-service baggage counters and two large-baggage counters.
| Terminal | Main role | Passenger information |
| Terminal 1 (T1) | Older terminal | Passenger enquiry and baggage services are currently listed as suspended on the airport’s official contact page. |
| Terminal 2 (T2) | Domestic operations and passenger services | Contains check-in facilities, security screening, baggage services, lounges and airport bus facilities. |
| Terminal 3 (T3) | Major modern passenger terminal | Handles substantial domestic and international/regional operations and has extensive check-in and baggage facilities. |
Baggage Counters and Baggage Services
Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport provides baggage enquiry and lost-baggage services through the terminal-specific numbers below.
| Baggage service | Terminal | Telephone |
| Baggage enquiry | T2 | 0851-85498535 |
| Baggage enquiry | T3 | 0851-85497078 |
| Lost & found | T2 | 0851-85497806 |
| Lost & found | T3 | 0851-85495812 |
| Baggage storage | Airport service | Contact 0851-96967 |
Lounges at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport
Lounge availability depends on terminal, flight type, airline, frequent-flyer status and lounge-access program. Current lounge directories identify several lounges in T2 and T3.
| Lounge | Terminal | Location / access information |
| VIP Lounge / First Class Lounge | T2 | Domestic departures, airside after security |
| T2 Domestic VIP Lounge | T2 | After security; mezzanine-level area |
| China Southern First/Business Class Lounge | T3 | Domestic departures, near Gate 407 |
| China Southern Sky Pearl Lounge | T3 | Near Gate 407 / domestic departure area |
| T3 Domestic VIP Lounge | T3 | Near Gate 406 |
| T3 International lounge facilities | T3 | Availability depends on international departure operations |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport?
The IATA code is KWE. Its ICAO code is ZUGY.
Where is Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport located?
The airport is in Nanming District, Guiyang, Guizhou, China, approximately 11 km southeast of central Guiyang.
How many terminals does Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport have?
The airport has three numbered passenger terminals: T1, T2 and T3. T3 was opened in 2021 as a major expansion project.
Which terminal should I use at Guiyang Airport?
Your airline and flight determine the terminal. Current airport flight information shows services operating from T2 and T3, so passengers should check their flight information before travelling to the airport.
What is the Guiyang airport telephone number?
The main passenger-service number is 0851-96967. It can provide flight, airport-service, lost-property, transportation and other passenger information.
What is the emergency number at Guiyang Airport?
The airport publishes 0851-85498110 for police emergencies, 0851-85498119 for fire emergencies and 0851-85498120 for medical emergencies.
Does Guiyang Airport have TSA?
No. TSA is a U.S. agency and does not operate at Guiyang Airport. Security screening at Guiyang Airport follows China’s civil-aviation security procedures.
Where are the baggage enquiry counters?
The airport lists 0851-85498535 for T2 baggage enquiries and 0851-85497078 for T3 baggage enquiries.
What should I do if I lose something at Guiyang Airport?
For lost property, the airport lists 0851-85497806 for T2 and 0851-85495812 for T3. You can also call the main passenger-service hotline, 0851-96967.
Does Guiyang Airport have airport lounges?
Yes. Lounges are available in T2 and T3, including domestic VIP facilities and China Southern’s lounges near Gate 407 in T3. Access depends on the airline, ticket class, frequent-flyer status or lounge-access program.
Is there a China Southern lounge at Guiyang Airport?
Yes. China Southern operates domestic VIP lounge facilities in Terminal 3 near Gate 407. The airline says the lounges provide dining, internet, entertainment and rest facilities for eligible passengers.
How early should I arrive at Guiyang Airport?
Arrival time depends on the flight and passenger circumstances. Domestic check-in currently closes 35 minutes before scheduled departure, so passengers should arrive substantially earlier to allow time for check-in, baggage drop, security screening and reaching the boarding gate.
Does Guiyang Airport have a metro station?
Yes. Longdongbao International Airport Station on Guiyang Metro Line 2 provides direct metro access to the airport.
Is there a railway station at Guiyang Airport?
Yes. Longdongbao Railway Station is integrated with the airport transport complex, providing access to China’s railway network.
How far is Guiyang Airport from the city centre?
Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport is approximately 11 km from central Guiyang.