Zhijiang Airport

Zhijiang Airport, serving Huaihua and western Hunan, opened in the mid-1990s and operates from a single compact passenger terminal that handles regional traffic and occasional seasonal peaks. This modest but important local airport provides a convenient gateway to the Wuling Mountain area, with taxi and regular shuttle-bus links to Huaihua and nearby towns and straightforward road access for drivers. Not a major airline hub, Zhijiang is typically served by China Southern, China Eastern, Hainan Airlines and several regional carriers, and is known for generally affordable fares on domestic routes—ideal for budget-minded travelers exploring Hunan.