Direct (nonstop) flights from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud

1 airline flys nonstop from Lhasa Airport (LXA) to Golmud (GOQ). It's 539 miles (867 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by West Air (China).

LXA
Lhasa Airport
🇨🇳 Lhasa/Lasa, China
GOQ
Golmud
🇨🇳 Golmud, China
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
539 mi
867 km
CO₂/pax
100 kg
−151 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
West Air (China)
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by West Air (China) West Air (China)

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

West Air (China) PN West Air (China)
Route
LXA → GOQ
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
539 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud with one stop · direct emits 100 kg CO₂ per passenger

LXA XNN (Xining) GOQ
Leg 1: 1h 55m (815 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (404 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → XNN
1h 55m · 815 mi
View LXA to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → GOQ
1h 23m · 404 mi
View XNN to GOQ flights →
LXA XIY (Xian) GOQ
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,105 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (799 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 360 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → XIY
2h 50m · 1,105 mi
View LXA to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → GOQ
2h 30m · 799 mi
View XIY to GOQ flights →
LXA CGO (Zhengzhou) GOQ
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,391 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,080 mi) Total: ~6h 20m 🍃 442 kg CO₂ (+342% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → CGO
3h 5m · 1,391 mi
View LXA to CGO flights →
Leg 2
CGO → GOQ
3h 15m · 1,080 mi
View CGO to GOQ flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud?

A nonstop flight from Lhasa/Lasa (LXA) to Golmud (GOQ) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 539 miles (867 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud?

Just West Air (China).

Is there a nonstop flight from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud?

Yes. 1 airline: West Air (China).

How far is Lhasa/Lasa from Golmud?

The flight distance from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud is 539 miles (867 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud?

Roughly 100 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 500 km.

Is the return flight from Golmud to Lhasa/Lasa also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lhasa/Lasa to Golmud?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lhasa Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.