International hub · Lhasa, China
Lhasa Gonggar
- Elevation
- 11,713 ft
- Coordinates
- 29°18′N 90°55′E
- Local time
- Asia/Shanghai
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Field information
ZULS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Lhasa Gonggar (ZULS/LXA) has 3 runways; the longest, 09/27, is 13,123 ft (4,000 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at ZULS, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Country
China
CN
Municipality
Shannan (Gonggar)
Elevation
11,713 ft
Position
29.2980, 90.9120
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Runways · ZULS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 13,123 ft (4,000 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 10L/28R | 13,123 ft (4,000 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 10R/28L | 13,123 ft (4,000 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at ZULS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Lhasa Gonggar (ZULS / LXA) in Lhasa, China, through one 24/7 OCC desk. ZULS is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at ZULS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – China
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of China. Applicable permit lead times for China are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for China are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at ZULS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at ZULS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at ZULS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at ZULS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to ZULS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for ZULS: 29° 17′ 53″ N 90° 54′ 43″ E; elevation 11713 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Lhasa
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Lhasa. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at ZULS.
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Cargo Operations at ZULS
Support for freighter operations into ZULS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
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Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Lhasa Gonggar — one desk for the whole trip.