Chongqing Xiannyushan Airport
Chongqing Xiannüshan Airport, identified by IATA code CQW and ICAO code ZUWL, is a medium airport serving Wulong in China. For travellers heading into the dramatic karst landscapes and scenic mountain areas around Wulong, it functions as a practical regional gateway rather than a large hub, which usually means a more straightforward arrival and departure experience. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,747 feet (532 m), a detail that is useful for visitors planning onward road journeys into higher terrain.
About Chongqing Xiannyushan Airport
Chongqing Xiannüshan Airport, identified by IATA code CQW and ICAO code ZUWL, is a medium airport serving Wulong in China. For travellers heading into the dramatic karst landscapes and scenic mountain areas around Wulong, it functions as a practical regional gateway rather than a large hub, which usually means a more straightforward arrival and departure experience. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,747 feet (532 m), a detail that is useful for visitors planning onward road journeys into higher terrain.
Airport overview
Chongqing Xiannüshan Airport, identified by IATA code CQW and ICAO code ZUWL, is a medium airport serving Wulong in China. For travellers heading into the dramatic karst landscapes and scenic mountain areas around Wulong, it functions as a practical regional gateway rather than a large hub, which usually means a more straightforward arrival and departure experience. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,747 feet (532 m), a detail that is useful for visitors planning onward road journeys into higher terrain.
What travellers should know
- Chongqing Xiannüshan Airport serves Wulong, making it a convenient arrival point for visitors focused on this part of Chongqing Municipality.
- The airport operates in the Asia/Shanghai time zone, so passengers should check all flight and transfer times against China Standard Time.
- It has one lighted asphalt runway, 01/19, measuring 9,186 feet, which supports regular operations and helps with arrivals after dark.
- As a medium airport, it is generally easier to navigate than a major international gateway, which can save time on the ground.
Runway and operating profile
The airport’s single runway, 01/19, is 9,186 feet long and surfaced in asphalt, with lighting available for night operations. For passengers, that mainly translates into dependable basic infrastructure for regional air travel. Because Chongqing Xiannüshan Airport is not an oversized multi-terminal complex, travellers can usually focus less on long internal transfers and more on coordinating ground transport, baggage timing, and the next stage of a trip around Wulong.
Planning your arrival
When planning a visit, it helps to treat Chongqing Xiannüshan Airport as a destination-focused access point rather than a place to spend extra time. Confirm local transport and hotel pickup details in advance, keep the Asia/Shanghai time zone in mind when arranging connections, and allow for mountain-area travel conditions after landing. That approach makes the airport most useful: a simple, efficient starting point for exploring Wulong.
Routes
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FAQ
Chongqing Xiannyushan Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Chongqing Xiannyushan Airport is located in Chongqing, China (Asia), at coordinates 29.470°, 107.690°.
- Its IATA code is CQW and its ICAO code is ZUWL.
- Chongqing Xiannyushan Airport serves Chongqing, China. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Chongqing Xiannyushan Airport operates on Asia/Shanghai local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Chongqing Xiannyushan Airport sits at latitude 29.470° and longitude 107.690°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from CQW. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CQW is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CQW on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in China. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.