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Distance to Sanya12.5km
Distance to Yulin15.6km
Most popular destinationHong Kong

About Sanya Airport

  • The airport is also used by passengers coming from or visiting nearby Dadonghai and Tiandu, making it a major gateway for the wider region.

  • Here are some of the most popular airlines at Sanya Airport to keep in mind when booking:

  • Ready to move on from Sanya? Here are some of the destinations you can travel to on a direct flight from Sanya Airport:

    • Beijing

    • Shanghai

    • Chengdu

    • Guangzhou

    • Changsha

How to get from Sanya Airport to Sanya

  • Buses are available from the airport to central Sanya. Hop on the Airport Bus and travel to a hub like Sanya Bus Station in about 40 minutes.

  • The drive from Sanya Airport to Sanya will depend on traffic, but it's typically around 30 minutes.

  • Sanya Phoenix International Airport is well connected to the city by taxi and rideshare apps, with DiDi being the most widely used option for a straightforward door-to-door ride. Public buses also serve the airport and connect to central Sanya for a more budget-friendly option.

How to get to Sanya Airport from Sanya

  • Buses run from the city to the airport. The Airport Bus leaves from major stops like Sanya Bus Station and takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Driving from central Sanya to the airport takes about 25 minutes.

  • Sanya Phoenix International Airport is well connected to the city by taxi, rideshare apps such as Didi, and airport shuttle buses that run from several points around Sanya.

Sanya Airport facilities

  • Sanya Airport is spread across two terminals.

  • From cafes and coffee shops and fast food to grab-and-go options, you won't go hungry before takeoff. You'll also find sit-down restaurants.

  • Check out the shops while you wait to board. Browse or stock up on last-minute items at the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, and fashion and accessories. And if you've got time to spare before departure, check out the souvenirs and gifts.

  • Flight delayed or just early? You may be able to make the wait easier in an airport lounge. Airport lounges and Business and first class lounges are available at Sanya Airport.

  • Parking at Sanya Airport covers a range of options, including:

    • Long stay

    • Pick-up/drop-off

    • Short stay

Where to stay near Sanya Airport

Car rental options near Sanya Airport

  • If Sanya is where you're kicking things off, consider picking up a car rental at Sanya Airport.

  • Compare the offers available from Hertz, one of the most popular providers.

Sanya Airport FAQs

Yes, China Eastern operates to and from both Sanya Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, Air China operates to and from both Sanya Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, China Southern operates to and from both Sanya Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes. We found a Hertz pick-up point in or near to Sanya Airport.

For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Sanya Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Sanya Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Sanya Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.

We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Sanya Airport’s departure lounge.

Malanhua Holiday Hotel is the highest-rated hotel near Sanya Airport, just 2.4km away.

Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Sanya Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.

Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.

Don’t panic! If you are not already at Sanya Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Sanya Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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