The airport is very close to the Narate scenic area entrance. Summer (June–August) is the peak season for grassland visits.
Things to do at Nalati Airport (NLT)
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Things to do in Nalati Airport
Nalati Airport serves the Narate (Nalati) Scenic Area in Xinjiang's Ili Valley — one of China's most celebrated alpine grassland landscapes. The Narate grasslands are covered in wildflowers in summer and used as seasonal pasture by Kazakh herders on horseback. The dramatic transition from lush river valley to high-altitude steppe is one of the region's defining visual experiences, with views up to snow-capped Tianshan peaks.
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Top Tips for Nalati Airport
- Horse riding and yurt homestays are available through local operators in the scenic area.
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Browse lounges at NLT
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Nalati Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestVIP Lounge (Landside)
At Nalati Airport (NLT) in the Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, China, the VIP Lounge (Landside) is situated in the Main Terminal on the landside area. For travelers looking for a quieter place to relax before their flight, you’ll find this airport lounge on the second floor of the departure hall, on the right-hand side. Because of the special nature of this location, entry is controlled and the door is not freely accessible. To use the service, please contact 17797513755 in advance or upon arrival at the lounge; a member of staff will come to assist and open the door for you. This extra step helps ensure a smooth, secure experience while you continue your travel through Nalati Airport.Book Now
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Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
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.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
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provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
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.