The airport is about 25 km from the city center; airport buses and taxis connect in 30–40 minutes.
Things to do at Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
Liangjiang International AirportKWL
At the airport
Things to do in Liangjiang International Airport
Guilin is surrounded by the most celebrated karst landscape in China — sugar loaf peaks rising from rice paddy plains that have defined Chinese landscape painting for a thousand years. The Li River cruise from Guilin south to Yangshuo (4–5 hours) is the iconic experience, drifting between bamboo groves and mist-draped limestone pinnacles. The Longji Rice Terraces, an hour north, are spectacular during spring planting (May) and autumn harvest (September–October), carved into the hillsides by Zhuang and Yao communities.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Liangjiang International Airport
- The Li River cruise (Guilin to Yangshuo) costs around ¥450–500 and takes 4–5 hours — book through your hotel the day before.
- Yangshuo, 1.5 hours south of Guilin, makes a better base for cycling between karst peaks and rural villages.
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Browse lounges at KWL
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Liangjiang International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestVIP Reception Counter
At Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) in Guilin City, China, the VIP Reception Counter airport lounge service is conveniently located in Terminal 2 on the landside, making it easy to access before you enter the departures process. For travelers who want a smoother start to their travel day, you’ll find the VIP Reception Counter before passport control and the security check, so you can take care of VIP assistance and reception needs early without having to go airside. Head into the Terminal 2 terminal building and proceed to B Island; the VIP Reception Counter is situated on the third floor, clearly positioned in the landside area prior to any immigration or security screening. This location is ideal if you’re arriving at the terminal, meeting someone, or organizing premium services before continuing through passport control and security.Book Now
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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.