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Lhasa 拉萨 - Gonggar 贡嗄 (LXA):
Location: In Gonga county, 90 km/55 Miles SW of Lhasa.
By Taxi: Chartering a car costs ~CNY 400-500 for 4-7 passengers.
By Bus: Aviation Authority bus meets all incoming flights. Timings: Buses leave from Car Park behind the Airline offices (88 Niangre Lu) every 20 mins 1430-1630. Cost: ~CNY 40. Travel Time: 90-120 mins+. Show up early to guarantee a seat.
Notes: Most flights leave in the early morning forcing pax to take an afternoon bus to the airport and stay overnight.
Airport Tax: Departure tax: CNY 90 for Intl flights.
Airport Tel No: 618 2221.
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