Taxis to the city center take approximately 15–20 minutes. The airport is small with limited facilities.
Things to do at Zhaotong Airport (ZAT)
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Things to do in Zhaotong Airport
Zhaotong in northeastern Yunnan sits at highland elevations near the borders of Guizhou and Sichuan provinces. The region is known for its apple orchards, dramatic gorge landscapes along the Jinsha River (upper Yangtze), and is a gateway to remote parts of southwestern China. City amenities are modest and geared toward domestic travelers.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Zhaotong Airport
- Book onward flights early — connections from Zhaotong are limited.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at ZAT
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Zhaotong Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestBest First Class Lounge (T1 Domestic)
At Zhaotong Airport (ZAT) in Zhaotong City, China, the Best First Class Lounge (T1 Domestic) is conveniently located landside in the Main Terminal’s Departure Hall. Travelers will find the “First Class Lounge” positioned right next to the security checkpoint, making it easy to stop in before passing through screening. If you’re beginning your domestic travel from Terminal 1, this airport lounge is a practical choice for a comfortable pre-departure break while staying close to the main passenger flow and the entrance to security.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.