Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW): what you need to know
The timezone in Lanzhou is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to LHW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SYD and LHW:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW)
At the moment, R 6,950 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,975. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to LHW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from SYD to LHW is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the flights that depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHW instead:
Getting from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) to central Lanzhou
From Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport, Lanzhou is approximately 72 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Lanzhou based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Lanzhou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to LHW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've done Lanzhou, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Tianshui to check off its top sights. From 伏羲祭祀广场 to 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 483 kilometres east of Lanzhou, Xianyang is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at 安国寺, 沣西文化公园 and 周武王陵.
