Layover in Xigazê (RKZ)
Xigaze Peace Airport / Shigatse Air Base (RKZ). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | Stay at the airport | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 2h 41m in the city | Stay at the airport |
| 8 hours | About 4h 41m in the city | About 3h 6m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 8h 41m in the city | About 7h 6m in the city |
Getting into Xigazê
About 52m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 42 km (26 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Xigazê?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 5 hours or more to get into Xigazê and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 7 hours or more.
How do I get from RKZ to central Xigazê?
Allow about 52m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 42 km (26 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to RKZ?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.