Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport
Airport Code: DLC


Dalian airport presently covers an area of 3,450,000 square meters (852 acres), including a parking apron of 660,000 square meters (163 acres), a terminal of 135,000 square meters (33 acres) and a runway of 3,300 meters (2 miles).

See more: Dalian Flights (flight search & ticket booking)
Passenger Guide
→ Arrive at the airport 2-2.5 hours before flight departure
→ Close Time for Check-in: Domestic & International Flight: 40 mins. before take-off
→ Close Time for Boarding: Domestic & International Flight: 15 mins. before take-off
2. Notice on Visa Free Policy:
As of Jan. 1, 2018, the 144-hour Visa-free Transit in Liaoning scheme has been implemented in Liaoning for citizens from 53 countries and regions including USA, UK, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Netherlands, Spain, etc., and Dalian Zhoushuizi Airport is one of the entry / exit ports.
Airlines
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Dalian International Airport |
International: Eastar Jet (ZE), Singapore Scoot Airways (TR), Korean Air (KE), Asiana Airlines (OZ), All Nippon Airways (NH), UNI Air (B7), Vietnam Airlines (VN)
Air Routes
International Destinations: Abakan, Bangkok, Chicago, Delhi, Dubai, Fukuoka, Frankfurt, Hiroshima, Hong Kong, Irkutsk, Jeju, Khabarovsk, Kuala Lumpur, London, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Munich, Nagoya, Osaka, Paris, Phuket, Pyongyang, San Francisco, Sendai, Seoul, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Toyama, Vancouver, Vladivostok, Bangkok
How to Travel between Dalian Airport & Downtown Area

Route: Airport – Heping Square – Olympic Square – People’s Square – Xiwang Square – Shengli Square – Zhongshan Square – Renmin Road
Operating Time: 07:45 – the arrival of the last flight
Ticket Fare: CNY10/person
Ticket Office: in the west of Gate no. 9, Domestic Arrival Hall on 1F

Passengers can take metro line 2 to/from airport. The boarding site can be easily found at the airport following the detailed English signs.
Main Route: Airport – West Hongqi Road – Malan Square – Liaoning Normal University – Jiaotong University – People’s Square – Friendship Square – Zhongshan Square - Conference Center - Donghai - Haizhiyun
Operating Time: 05:55 - 22:05
Frequency: 4-5 minutes
Ticket Fare: CNY 2 to CNY 6 per person

Reference Taxi Fare:
Destination | Fare | Time |
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Dalian Railway Station | CNY 30 - 40 | 30 minutes |
North Railway Station | CNY 40 - 50 | 35 - 40 minutes |
Tiger Beach Ocean Park | CNY 40 - 50 | 40 minutes |
Xinghai Park | CNY 30 - 40 | 30 minutes |
Discoveryland Theme Park | CNY 160 - 180 | 1.5 hours |
Bangchuidao Scenic Area | CNY 50 - 60 | 50 minutes |
Jinshitan Scenic Area | CNY 140 - 150 | 1 hour |

Taking city-bus is actually a cheap way for budget travelers. Upon landing, you can take bus no.9, 46, 532, 701, 710, 905, 908, 1101, 1104, 1105, 1106, 1201, 1301, 1302 and 2003 from airport to downtown Dalian.
Facilities & Services of Dalian Airport

A wide range of duty free shops are located in the airport. Most of them open from 06:30 to 17:00. Goods which can be purchased include:
Cosmetics: Opposite the Security Door
Embroideries: Opposite Boarding Gate 2
Chinese Handicrafts: Opposite Boarding Gate 1
Tea, Wine and Dalian Seafood: Opposite Boarding Gate 1
Exclusive Shops, watches, glasses, accessories: Opposite Boarding Gate 3

Vehicle Size | Charges (RMB) |
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Small (no more than 9 seats) | CNY 4 for the first hour, and CNY 3 per half hour thereafter. The maximum charge is CNY 40 for 24 hours. |
Middle (no more than 20 seats) | CNY 5 for the first hour, and CNY 4 per half hour thereafter. The maximum charge is CNY 50 for 24 hours. |
Large (over 17 seats) | CNY 6 for the first hour, and CNY 5 per half hour thereafter. The maximum charge is CNY 60 for 24 hours. |

International Enquire: 0411-96600
Baggage Enquire & Lost Found: 0411-83886250
Complaints: 0411-83887315
Police Station: 0411-83886746 / 83886593



Service Hours: 10:00 - 24:00
- Last updated on Mar. 10, 2022 -
Questions & Answers on Dalian Airport
Asked by Chris from GERMANY | Jan. 06, 2020 04:11
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Transfer from Dalian Airport to North Railway Station
Hello, I am planning to arrive at Dalian Airport for my trip to Dandong. I found some Trains scheduled to start at North Railway Station. Can anyone recommend a shuttle Service or anything else to get from the Airport to the Station? Even any other recommendations to get to Dandong are appreciated.
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Answered by Samuel from AUSTRALIA | Jan. 07, 2020 17:02
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You can take bus 908 directly to North Railway Station.
Asked by Jason.F from LEBANON | Nov. 12, 2019 18:36
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Transferring to Hong Kong via Dalian Airport (Lebanese passport)
Do I have to clear customs and pick up luggage? Do i need to apply for visa or I am given a 24 transit visa?
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Answered by Skyler from UNITED KINGDOM | Nov. 14, 2019 23:49
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You have to clear custom. But you don't need to pick up luggage. You can enjoy the 24 hours visa free policy.
Asked by Linh from JAPAN | Oct. 29, 2019 19:30
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Enough time at Dalian Airport?
I am flying from Fukuoka to Beijing with 1-hour transit stop in Dalian. Is it enough time to do all of the procedures (going through immigration, custom, check-in back?)
I hold a Vietnamese passport, no Chinese visa
I hold a Vietnamese passport, no Chinese visa
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Answered by Larry from CANADA | Oct. 30, 2019 20:38
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I am afraid that the transfer time is not enough. Generally speaking, you need to have 2.5 to 3 hours transfer time.
Asked by chi from SOUTH KOREA | Jul. 12, 2019 02:44
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Can take visa after arrival Dalian International Airport?
am s,korean passport
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Answered by Julie from USA | Jul. 14, 2019 19:09
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If you next destination is a different and third country or region, then you are eligible for 144-hour visa-free transit.
Asked by Deed from SINGAPORE | Apr. 14, 2019 23:07
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Dalian Airport Metro Station distance
How far is the nearest metro station to the airport? Is it accessible by foot or do we need to take a public transport?
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Answered by Carter from NEW ZEALAND | Apr. 16, 2019 23:57
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You can find the metro station inside the airport. Upon landing, you can follow the detailed English signs at the airport and take the metro line 2 to downtown area.