How to find cheap flights to Datong Yungang Airport (DAT)
The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to Datong Yungang Airport is $556. A round-trip plane ticket to DAT right now is $1,389.
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Book sooner rather than later. You might even be able to find some amazing early bird deals on tickets to Datong, where Datong Yungang Airport is located.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Datong by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' option. This allows you to compare prices for all the airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help you save money.
Search for plane tickets to Datong Yungang Airport that come with a stop or two. Taking the scenic route can be cheaper. After your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Datong
If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to DAT.
If you want to experience Datong at its liveliest, lock in your flights to DAT for February. Being on holiday during peak periods usually means there's more to see and do than at other times.
The quietest time of the year to travel is December. Book your plane tickets to Datong then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider what type of conditions you prefer to get away in. Datong is warmest in August, with averages of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around -2ºC (28ºF) to 11ºC (52ºF).
Hoping to leave the raincoat at home? December is the driest month in Datong, averaging three days of rain.
The wettest time of year is July. Go then and you can expect to get around 14 days of rainfall.
Flying to Datong Yungang Airport (DAT): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Datong Yungang Airport, these popular airlines make reaching Datong a breeze:
China Eastern has the best track record for punctuality. Up to 90% of its flights into this hub land as planned, making it a wise choice when reserving your DAT plane ticket.
When you arrive at DAT, you'll be in the UTC+8 timezone.
Touch down and get settled quickly with a stay close to Datong Yungang Airport. Check in to Datong Starlight Courtyard (Datong Yungang International Airport) after your flight to DAT. Or reserve a room at Wujia Homestay Chinese Siheyuan before heading to your next destination.
Whether you're transferring to another flight or flying home from Datong Yungang Airport, there's a good chance you'll arrive on time. DAT has a solid track record for punctuality, with up to 80% of all departing flights landing right on schedule.
Datong Yungang Airport is located in Datong, Anhui, China.
Getting to central Datong from Datong Yungang Airport (DAT)
The distance from DAT to central Datong is about 14 kilometres.
If you're taking a taxi or ride-sharing after your flight to DAT, it'll take around 20 minutes to reach the centre.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 40 minutes.
The right hotel can upgrade your whole experience. Book a room at one of these guest-approved stays in Datong:
How to get to Mazhuang from Datong Yungang Airport (DAT)
DAT is a gateway to the nearby city of Mazhuang, which is around 18 kilometres away. The best way to reach the centre will depend on when you're travelling, so check before you go.
Travelling from Datong Yungang Airport (DAT) to Xinzhai
Xinzhai is about 27 kilometres from Datong Yungang Airport if that's where your trip takes you.
Explore more of China
China has plenty more ways to surprise you. Keep going to Beijing, located about 257 kilometres east of Datong. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square have to be on your must-see list. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the city's closest major airport.
Another city in China that has plenty of appeal is Taiyuan. From Datong, it's roughly 257 kilometres south and offers highlights like Shanxi Provincial Museum and Chongshan Temple. Add a stop at Longtan Park too. Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) is the main arrival point for this city.
Make room for one more stop with Shijiazhuang, which is roughly 241 kilometres south of Datong. Dacheng Palace, Zhengding Confucious Temple, Ancestral Temple of the Liang Clan and Wooden Pagoda give you plenty of reason to visit. You can get to this city by catching a flight to Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW).