Private charter between Jinchuan and Lanzhou starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Jinchuan (JIC) ⇄ Lanzhou (LHW) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Jinchuan to Lanzhou is roughly 252 kilometres — 156 miles, or 136 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Jinchuan–Lanzhou spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | ¥58,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | ¥69,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 54 min | ¥58,000 – ¥80,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 52 min | ¥65,000 – ¥87,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 45 min | ¥69,000 – ¥98,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 44 min | ¥76,000 – ¥110,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 43 min | ¥83,000 – ¥120,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Jinchuan and Lanzhou are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Jinchuan, China: Jinchang Jinchuan Airport.
Lanzhou, China: Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport.
| Jinchang Jinchuan Airport | Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZLJC / JIC | ZLLL / LHW |
| Longest hard runway | 9,843 ft | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4,740 ft | 6,388 ft |
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport is at 6,388 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Jinchuan to Lanzhou can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Jinchang Jinchuan Airport has 9,843 ft and Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport 13,123 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 252 km.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Jinchuan–Lanzhou sector leaves when you do.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 252 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Jinchuan–Lanzhou is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 54 min gate to gate over 252 km (156 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Jinchuan–Lanzhou departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Jinchuan–Lanzhou charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Lanzhou to Jinchuan runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
