Its name "Hedong" literally means "East of the River" and derives from the airport's location east of the Yellow River. It is connected to over 20 cities by either direct flights, or transferring in Xi'an and Beijing. The terminal building covers a total area of .
The airport, named "Hedong," literally translates as "East of the River" due to its position east of the Yellow River. It is linked to more than 20 cities through either direct flights or transfers in Xi'an and Beijing. The terminal building covers a total area of .