How to Get to Zhangjiajie
Airports, onward transport, and entry requirements for Zhangjiajie, China.
Getting There
Nearest Airport: Zhangjiajie Hehua International (DYG)
Flight Hubs: Direct from Beijing (2h), Shanghai (2h), Guangzhou (1.5h), Chengdu (1.5h)
Local Transport: Buses from city to park gate: 10 CNY ($1.40). Mandatory park shuttle buses included in park entry. Cable cars: 72-258 CNY ($10-36) per ride. Taxi in Zhangjiajie city: 10-30 CNY metered.
Visa: Many nationalities (UK, most EU, Australia, Canada and others) now enter China visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism; a 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit also applies at 60+ ports. Others need an L tourist visa via a Chinese embassy/visa centre. Check your nationality before travel.