Nestled at the crossroads of the Tibetan Plateau and the Gobi Desert, Golmud is a captivating city that offers a blend of rugged natural beauty and cultural diversity. Known for its stunning landscapes of vast salt flats, towering mountains, and crystal-clear lakes, Golmud provides a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike. Home to a vibrant mix of Tibetan, Han Chinese, and Hui ethnic communities, the city boasts a rich tapestry of traditions and flavors waiting to be explored. Whether marveling at the unique flora and fauna or immersing oneself in the local culture, Golmud promises a truly unforgettable experience for all who visit.
The cheapest month to fly to Golmud is typically in January.
The popular airports near Golmud city in China are Golmud Airport (GOQ) and Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN).
The flight to Golmud (GOQ) is roughly 7 hours 14 minutes and 3,037 miles (4,888 kilometres) from Jakarta, Indonesia - Airport Soekarno-Hatta International (CGK).
The best way is to compare flights to Golmud from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
Mountain range with high plateaus
Protected area, nature, lake, nature reserve and ecotourism
Mountain
Dramatic trekking & climbing routes
Glacier and river
Lake
National Park
River
Park and garden
Lake
Lake
Yangtze River source fed by glaciers
Average Temperature
-1°C
Jan
4°C
Feb
9°C
Mar
15°C
Apr
20°C
May
23°C
Jun
25°C
Jul
25°C
Aug
20°C
Sep
13°C
Oct
6°C
Nov
0°C
Dec
Flights from Jakarta, Indonesia - Airport Soekarno-Hatta International (CGK) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,037 miles (4,888 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 14 minutes.
Flights from Bali, Indonesia - Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,389 miles (5,454 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 1 minute.
Flights from Surabaya, Indonesia - Juanda Airport (SUB) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,242 miles (5,218 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 42 minutes.
Flights from Pekanbaru, Indonesia - Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,520 miles (4,055 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Yogyakarta, Indonesia - Adisutjipto Airport (JOG) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,218 miles (5,178 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 39 minutes.
Flights from Bandung, Indonesia - Husein Sastranegara Airport (BDO) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,105 miles (4,996 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 23 minutes.
Flights from Palembang, Indonesia - S M Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,789 miles (4,489 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 41 minutes.
Flights from Makassar, Indonesia - Sultan Hasanuddin Airport (UPG) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,282 miles (5,281 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 47 minutes.
Flights from Balikpapan, Indonesia - Sepinggan Airport (BPN) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,965 miles (4,772 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Semarang, Indonesia - Ahmad Yani Airport (SRG) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,163 miles (5,090 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 31 minutes.
Flights from Lombok, Indonesia - Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,418 miles (5,501 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Manado, Indonesia - Sam Ratulangi Airport (MDC) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,083 miles (4,961 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 21 minutes.
Flights from Surakarta Solo, Indonesia - Adisumarmo Airport (SOC) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,206 miles (5,160 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 37 minutes.
Flights from Batam, Indonesia - Hang Nadim Airport (BTH) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,510 miles (4,039 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 4 minutes.
Flights from Padang, Indonesia - Minangkabau Airport (PDG) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,600 miles (4,185 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 16 minutes.
Flights from Pontianak, Indonesia - Supadio Airport (PNK) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,694 miles (4,335 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Banda Aceh, Indonesia - Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport (BTJ) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,134 miles (3,434 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 14 minutes.
Flights from Jayapura, Indonesia - Sentani Airport (DJJ) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,986 miles (6,414 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 21 minutes.
Flights from Banjarmasin, Indonesia - Syamsudin Noor Airport (BDJ) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,039 miles (4,891 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 15 minutes.
Flights from Ambon, Indonesia - Pattimura International Airport (AMQ) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,506 miles (5,642 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 17 minutes.
Flights from Belitung, Indonesia - Tanjung Pandan H.A.S. Hanandjoeddin International Airport (TJQ) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,831 miles (4,556 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 47 minutes.
Flights from Jambi, Indonesia - Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,689 miles (4,328 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 28 minutes.
Flights from Bengkulu, Indonesia - Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS) to Golmud (GOQ) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,824 miles (4,545 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 46 minutes.