Alashankou is a small border city with functional local transport; taxis connect to the town center and border facilities.
Things to do at Alashankou Airport (BPL)
Alashankou AirportBPL
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Things to do in Alashankou Airport
Alashankou sits at the Dzungarian Gate — a natural mountain pass in the Dzungarian Alatau range that has been a primary corridor between Central Asia and China since the Silk Road era. The pass is geographically significant as one of the few natural gaps in the mountain ranges separating China and Kazakhstan, and is known for the 'Dzungarian wind' that blows almost continuously. The city is primarily a railway and road border crossing point with Kazakhstan, with limited conventional tourist infrastructure but historical significance as an ancient transit corridor.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Alashankou Airport
- Carry your passport at all times — this is an active border zone with customs and security operations.
- Urumqi, Xinjiang's capital and commercial center, is about 370 km east and is the region's most practical base for broader exploration.
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1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Alashankou Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestVIP Lounge(Before security check)
At Alashankou Airport (BPL) in the Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, China, the VIP Lounge (Before security check) is conveniently located in the Main Terminal for travelers who want to relax or get organized before heading through screening. You’ll find this airport lounge before the security inspection area, positioned 50 meters behind the security inspection passage, making it easy to reach while you’re still in the public (pre-security) part of the terminal. It’s a practical stop for travel planning, a quiet break, or a more comfortable wait before proceeding to the security checkpoint.Book Now
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When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
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Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
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Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.