The airport is 15 km from Sanya city. Bus and taxi connections run regularly; taxis to Yalong Bay take about 20 minutes.
Things to do at Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
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Things to do in Phoenix International Airport
Sanya is China's premier tropical resort destination on Hainan Island — warm year-round, with excellent beaches and a rapidly growing luxury tourism infrastructure. Yalong Bay is the island's most upscale beach strip, while Dadonghai Bay is closer to the city and more affordable. The Nanshan Buddhist Cultural Zone features a 108-meter Guanyin statue on a man-made island visible from the sea, and the Li and Miao minority villages in the island's interior offer a contrasting cultural dimension.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Phoenix International Airport
- Hainan Island has duty-free shopping with significant allowances — the Haitang Bay offshore duty-free mall is worth visiting.
- December–March is peak tourist season when mainland Chinese escape winter. Book early if traveling in this window.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at SYX
4 Sanctifly partner lounges at Phoenix International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestCuba Pavilion Lounge
At Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya City, China, the Cuba Pavilion Lounge is conveniently located in Terminal 1 on the landside, making it an easy stop before you go through the security check. For travelers departing on domestic flights, head toward Gate 2 in the domestic departures area; the airport lounge sits opposite Building C of the terminal complex. To access it, use the main entrance near Lawson Mall, then go inside and take the escalator up to the 4th floor. Because it’s located before security, this lounge is ideal if you want to relax, meet someone, or plan your travel details in comfort before entering the departures screening area.Book Now
100 points per guestDehang Moonlight Yunxi Tea House
At Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya City, China, the Dehang Moonlight Yunxi Tea House airport lounge is conveniently located in Terminal 1 on the landside, making it an ideal stop before you go through the security check. For domestic travel, head toward the domestic departures area and look for Domestic Departure Gate 2. The lounge sits opposite the complex building C on the 3rd floor (C 3F), so you can use that landmark to confirm you’re in the right place. To enter, access the lounge from the Bawang Chaji gate. Because it’s positioned before security, it’s a practical choice if you want to relax, regroup, or meet someone in the terminal before proceeding to the checkpoint and onward to your flight.Book Now
100 points per guestPhoenix Airport FLYVIP Lounge
Phoenix Airport FLYVIP Lounge at Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya City, China is located in Terminal 1 on the landside, making it a convenient airport lounge option for travelers who want to relax before going through security. You’ll find the lounge before the security check in the Domestic Departures area near Gate 2. Look for Building C and head to the spot opposite it, then locate the Lawson and Starbucks on this level. From there, take the escalator up to the 4th floor, where the Phoenix Airport FLYVIP Lounge is situated next to the main entrance of FLY3. This clear landside location is ideal if you’re arriving early, meeting someone, or simply planning your travel time before entering the secure departures area.Book Now
100 points per guestSouth Airlines First Class and Business Class Pearl Member Lounge (T2 Domestic)
At Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya City, China, the South Airlines First Class and Business Class Pearl Member Lounge (T2 Domestic) is conveniently located in Terminal 2 on the airside, making it an easy stop once you’ve cleared the security check. After passing through security, continue into the domestic departures area and head toward Gate 217; you’ll find the airport lounge positioned directly opposite Gate 217. Because it’s airside, you won’t need to exit and re-clear security to access it, which helps streamline your travel plans and makes it a practical choice when you want to relax close to your boarding gate. Whether you’re flying soon or have time to spare, its location opposite Gate 217 in Terminal 2 keeps you well placed for quick access back to the concourse and your departure.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
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
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
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.