Guilin Liangjiang International Airport

ZGKL / KWL

Guilin (Lingui), CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
4 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZGKL 040900Z 35002MPS 300V020 9999 FEW060 17/09 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 570 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,570 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (570 ft)
Pressure Alt
488 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 865 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZGKL 040315Z 0406/0506 05003MPS 5000 BR SCT040 TX19/0407Z TN08/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKL
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
10,499 ft 147 ft CON
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZGKL

3,917 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
12.4%
LIFR
2%

Guilin Liangjiang International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.4% of observations. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, November.

Temperature Range

Average: 15.9°C
Range: 1°C to 36°C
1°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

September March November

Statistics computed from 3,917 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Guilin Liangjiang International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZGKL
IATA Code: KWL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 570 ft MSL

Location

City: Guilin (Lingui)
Country: CN
Latitude: 25.219828°
Longitude: 110.039553°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Guilin Liangjiang International Airport

Overview

Guilin Liangjiang International Airport serves the Guilin metropolitan area in Guangxi Province, China. As a large international airport situated at 570 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and international passenger and cargo operations. The airport's strategic location supports transportation needs in this southern Chinese region.

Flying Conditions

Guilin's airport experiences subtropical climate conditions typical of southern China, with significant seasonal variations in temperature and precipitation. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity-related challenges during summer months, with potential thunderstorm activity. The airport's elevation at 570 ft MSL provides relatively stable atmospheric conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial 10,499-foot concrete runway (01/19), capable of accommodating large commercial aircraft. Its geographical position near the karst landscape of Guilin introduces potential terrain-induced wind variability and localized microclimate effects. The surrounding mountainous terrain may create unique approach and departure wind conditions that pilots must carefully assess.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway oriented 01/19, pilots should carefully evaluate wind direction and potential crosswind components during approach and landing. The long 10,499-foot concrete runway provides substantial operational flexibility for most aircraft types. Standard instrument approach procedures will be essential given the terrain complexity surrounding the airport.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.