Located in Xishuangbanna Autonomous Prefecture of Yunnan province, People’s Republic of China, Jinghong is a city that locates many administrative buildings and an economic centre for its people known as Dai ethnic people. Myanmar, Laos and Thailand border it. It may not be a famous city of China, but it is well equipped with efficient public transportation that allows the locals and the tourists to travel within the city as well as to travel to the nearby cities at ease.

Main airports available in Jinghong

Xishuangbanna Gasa Airport

Xishuangbanna Gasa Airport is the public airport serving the entire city of Jinghong and it is the second-largest airport in the whole Yunnan province. It is popularly known as Jinghong Airport and it is situated in the town of Gasa. This airport operates about 20 domestic airlines to numerous domestic destinations. According to the airport's management record, it served more than 4.4 million passengers in 2018.

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What is the best time to fly to Jinghong?

Singapore is affected by the tropical climate while Jinghong is affected by the humid subtropical climate. Looking at the temperatures recorded for both cities, Singapore is warmer compared to Jinghong. Jinghong has an only mild heat in summer and mild cold in winter. The temperatures in Singapore vary from 26 to 32 degree Celcius, while in Jinghong, its temperatures range from 17 to 26 degree Celcius. Next is the amount of rainfall received per year by both cities, which Singapore records double from the amount of Jinghong, with 2400 mm and 1214 mm respectively. Therefore, travelling from Singapore to Jinghong should be easy and worry-free.

The best time to fly from Singapore to Jinghong is from November to April, where these are the drier months compared to the others. Note that April is its peak period of tourism due to its Water Festival Celebration by the Dai ethnic people. The hotel rates and flight tickets may fluctuate up, but it should still be affordable and reasonable. However, referring to its recorded range of temperatures and small reading of rainfall, this city is pleasant to be visited at any time of the year.

Highlights attractions in Jinghong

Water Festival – Water Festival is celebrated by the Dai ethnic people of Xishuangbanna Prefecture. It was celebrated on every new year of the Dai Calendar and lasted for three days. The first day of the festival will be celebrated by the bank of the popular Mekong River. It is very happening where you will see an outdoor street market with an astonishing range of merchandise, dragon boat race and floating river lantern.

Xishuangbanna Primitive Forest Park – This Primitive Forest Park is the main Ecotourism Travel Spot in Xishuangbanna. It is located about 8 kilometres away from Jinghong city centre. Here, visitors will get to discover the tropical forest, peacock, minority villages, waterfall, Buddhism pagoda and big granite sculpture.

Wild Elephant Valley – It is located in Mengyang Natural Reserve, which is about one hour driving from Jinghong city centre. This valley is accessible by public buses. Do not miss out to visit this Wild Elephant Valley. Here, you can get to see the wild elephants running their daily routines in their natural environment closely.