Nestled in the heart of China's Shanxi province, Datong stands as a living testament to the country's rich history and vibrant culture. Known for its ancient monuments, such as the awe-inspiring Yungang Grottoes and the imposing Datong City Wall, this city effortlessly combines the old world charm with modern urban developments. Visitors can wander through bustling markets, sample delicious local cuisine, and immerse themselves in the serene beauty of the surrounding landscape, including the picturesque Hanging Monastery clinging to the cliffs nearby. Datong offers a captivating blend of tradition and progress, making it a must-visit destination for travellers seeking an authentic Chinese experience.
The cheapest month to fly to Datong is typically in February.
The popular airports near Datong city in China are Datong Yungang Airport (DAT) and Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN).
The flight to Datong (DAT) is roughly 5 hours 23 minutes and 2,204 miles (3,547 kilometres) from Delhi, India - New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
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Flights from Delhi, India - New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,204 miles (3,547 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 23 minutes.
Flights from Mumbai, India - Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,804 miles (4,512 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 43 minutes.
Flights from Chennai, India - Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,752 miles (4,429 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 36 minutes.
Flights from Bengaluru/ Bangalore, India - Kempegowda Intl Airport (BLR) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,852 miles (4,590 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 50 minutes.
Flights from Kochi, India - Cochin International Airport (COK) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,068 miles (4,937 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 19 minutes.
Flights from Hyderabad, India - Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,619 miles (4,214 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 19 minutes.
Flights from Thiruvananthapuram, India - Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,132 miles (5,041 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 27 minutes.
Flights from Kolkata, India - Calcutta Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,893 miles (3,046 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 42 minutes.
Flights from Ahmedabad, India - S.VallabhBhai Patel Airport (AMD) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,645 miles (4,257 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 22 minutes.
Flights from Kozhikode, India - Kozhikode International Airport (CCJ) to Datong (DAT) - 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 Jaipur, India - Jaipur International Airport (JAI) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,335 miles (3,758 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 41 minutes.
Flights from Goa, India - Dabolim Airport (GOI) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,927 miles (4,711 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours.
Flights from Lucknow, India - Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,076 miles (3,342 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 6 minutes.
Flights from Coimbatore, India - Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,993 miles (4,817 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 9 minutes.
Flights from Tiruchirapalli, India - Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,933 miles (4,720 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 1 minute.
Flights from Pune, India - Lohegaon Airport (PNQ) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,774 miles (4,464 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 39 minutes.
Flights from Bagdogra, India - Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,711 miles (2,754 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 18 minutes.
Flights from Guwahati, India - Gopinath Bordoloi Internationall Airport (GAU) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,585 miles (2,551 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 1 minute.
Flights from Visakhapatnam, India - Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,373 miles (3,819 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 46 minutes.
Flights from Amritsar, India - Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Airport (ATQ) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,222 miles (3,576 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 26 minutes.
Flights from Madurai, India - Madurai Airport (IXM) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,009 miles (4,843 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 11 minutes.
Flights from Nagpur, India - Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,408 miles (3,876 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 51 minutes.
Flights from Chandigarh, India - Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Datong (DAT) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,150 miles (3,459 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 16 minutes.
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