[2025 Shanghai Airports] Travel Guide for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Updated Jun)

Shanghai's new airport link railway, the City Airport Line, will open on December 27, 2024! ️ →It previously took about 90 minutes by train to connect Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Hongqiao Airport Station No. 2) and Pudong International Airport (Pudong Airport Station No. 1 and No. 2), but now it takes about 40 minutes, making travel between cities much more convenient.   The interior of the train was spotless and we were able to travel between the airports in comfort! There is also space to store large luggage such as suitcases. 🚄 Route Overview Route Name: City Airport Line (Airport Link Line) Opening Date: December 27, 2024 Total Length: Approximately 68.6 km (Currently, approximately 59 km is open) Maximum Speed: 160 km/h Travel Time: Connects Hongqiao Airport to Pudong Airport in approximately 40 minutes Number of Stations: Of the total 9 stations, 7 are currently open (Pudong T3 Station and Shanghai East Station are under construction)  🗺️ Main Stops 1. Hongqiao Airport Station No. 2 (Hongqiao Airport) 2. Zhongchun Road Station 3. Jinghong Road Station 4. Sanlin South Station 5. Kangqiao East Station 6. Shanghai International Tourism Resort Station (nearest to Shanghai Disneyland) 7. Pudong Airport Stations No. 1 and No. 2 (Pudong Airport)     💴 Fare and how to use • Fare: Initial fare is 4 yuan, maximum 26 yuan for full line use • Payment method: QR code payment such as Alipay and WeChat Pay, transportation cards accepted • Operation interval: Approximately every 15 minutes   🚉 Vehicles and facilities • Vehicle configuration: 4 or 8 cars • Seat arrangement: A mix of commuter-style sideways seats and two-row seats facing forward and backward • Facilities: USB charging port, in-car information display, barrier-free access If you want to use it for a trip to Shanghai Disney, get off at the next station from Pudong Airport and take the bus to arrive 🏰 #Let's go to China #Shanghai trip #China trip #Pudong airport #Train trip

Kazan Kol Sharif mosque picture has been found at Shanghai International Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2 men's toilet. Easter egg of the Kazan Kremlin famous building hidden in China. Go out of T2 arrival area towards P7, P8 parking lots if you order taxi yourself. On the intersection with P5, P6 parking lot sign the same right side check the men's toilet. By the way, Hongqiao airport does not serve flights from Russia. So on surprised me a lot!❤️❤️❤️ #kazan #shanghai #Tatarstan #russia #hongqiao

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport was completed earlier than Pudong Airport. After being remodeled in recent years, it has become very spacious and comfortable. The duty-free shops have a wide variety of goods and there are also many delicious restaurants! Hongqiao Airport is located in the city center, making it easier to reach downtown Shanghai than Pudong Airport. The airport VIP lounges are divided into V01, V02, and V03! This time we went to the V03 VIP lounge, which had many drinks, milk, and yogurt, as well as buffets and noodle soup. There were not many passengers, and the environment was quite comfortable and quiet! Worth recommending! The prices of cosmetics in the airport duty-free shops are similar to those in Japanese airports, so it’s suitable for shopping!

There are two airports in Shanghai, Pudong and Hongqiao. Hongqiao Airport is located in the Puxi area. International flights (and a few domestic flights) are in Terminal 1, and domestic flights are in Terminal 2. The terminal building is served by subway lines 2 and 10, making it easily accessible from the city. Unique to China, you will be subject to security checks before entering the building. After that, you will need to check in and go through security again before entering the restricted area. There are many restaurants in the terminal building, but they are more expensive than eating in the city. Chinese food such as noodles and fried rice is consistently delicious. #Shanghai #Hongqiao #Airport #EnjoyShanghai

Nice street with lots of shops and restaurants foreign style, including a Johnny Moo. Lots of restaurants with outdoor seating to sit outside and enjoy your meal. A nice graffiti art street located in the back.

#AirlineReview ⸻ This flight was with China Eastern Airlines. The return flight from Shanghai landed at Suvarnabhumi Airport. I had to transfer in Kunming. The total time was almost 6 hours. Because it was a domestic flight from China, I had to board at Hongqiao Airport. There were a lot of people at check-in. I had to wait in line for quite a while. But when I got on the plane, the staff immediately started serving me food. It was a big set. But because I had diarrhea at that time, I could only eat a little. I felt a little disappointed because there was quite a lot of food. When I arrived in Kunming, I felt a little confused about the transfer. But luckily I made it in time. I stopped by to buy some souvenirs before boarding the flight back to Thailand. On the return flight from Kunming to Suvarnabhumi, the seats were more comfortable than expected. They were not cramped at all. The plane looked new. The flight attendants and crew provided good service. They smiled and took good care of the passengers. The ticket price was about 3,600 baht, which was very good value for money when compared to the overall quality. Overall, I think this airline is okay. If I have the chance, I might choose to fly again, especially if the price and route are worth it like this. ⸻ #chinaeastern #airline

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#AprilGoodDestinations2025 A complete guide to arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport! Even a novice can easily master it🚀 My dears, do you have any travel plans recently? Today I will share with you a super detailed Shanghai Hongqiao Airport arrival experience, so that you can have a smooth journey after getting off the plane~ The first step after leaving the cabin After getting off the plane, just follow the "Arrival" signs! The signs are super clear, so you don't have to worry about getting lost. 🧭 If you walk fast, you can reach the baggage claim area in 5-10 minutes. Baggage claim area There are many luggage carousels here. Remember to check the flight information on the big screen first and find the carousel corresponding to your flight. While waiting for your luggage, you can look around and see some charging facilities. If your phone is running out of battery, you can charge it there. Last time, I charged my phone while waiting for my luggage. It didn’t delay anything. Customs clearance process There's nothing much to say about domestic flights, just go directly. If it is an international flight, you have to go through customs. 🛃 Prepare your passport and declaration form in advance. You can pass smoothly after the staff checks it. Generally, the waiting time will not be too long. Transportation 1. Subway: Hongqiao Airport and the subway station are seamlessly connected, super convenient! Line 2 can directly reach many popular attractions in the city, such as People's Square and Nanjing East Road. The ticket price is also very affordable, you can get it for just a few dollars🚇 2. Taxi/Online Ride-hailing: Follow the signs to the designated boarding point. The taxi queue is very orderly and the staff will guide you to the car. If you take an online taxi, you can call it in advance on your phone and get on the car directly at the pick-up point without having to wait too long. 3. Airport bus: If you want to go to surrounding cities, the airport bus is a good choice. There are many stations and routes, but you have to pay attention to the departure time🚌 Tips 1. If you have a lot of luggage or it is your first time in Shanghai, you can make an appointment for special services on the airport mini program in advance, such as luggage handling and personal guidance. 2. There are many dining and shopping options at Hongqiao Airport. If you are hungry or want to buy some local specialties, you don’t have to worry about having nowhere to go. The arrival experience at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is still very good. The various facilities are very complete and the signs are very clear. Even those who are directionally challenged can cope with it easily! If you have any questions, please leave a message in the comment section. I wish you all a smooth trip~

#May Travel Support Fund I took a domestic flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Xiamen Airport. I had delicious Hongshaorou rice bowl and kimchi at Hongqiao Airport, and also had a simple sandwich as an in-flight meal. It was a new experience for me to take a domestic flight in China for the first time.

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 One Michelin-starred Shanghai Renheguan The airport store is much less crowded than our main store. Usually there is no need to queue But you will need to go through security check Free refills for dry noodle dishes such as spicy pork noodles It's not actually spicy Quite delicious The pickled pork soup is delicious Shepherd's purse wontons are also highly recommended Fast serving The cost per person is about RMB 40-60

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#Mainland Travel I heard there is a big shopping mall (Hongqiao Tiandi) near Shanghai Hongqiao Airport with a lot of things to shop in, but it is very inconvenient for me to go shopping with a big suitcase. Fortunately, I found this luggage storage point 👍🏻 which really helped a lot Their service is pretty good. Although the price is more expensive than the lockers in the subway station, it is good that there are real people serving you. I stored a large suitcase, and the fee for 0-4 hours is 30CNY. You can pay with WeChat or Alipay. Just show your ID and get the receipt. The luggage claim process was very smooth, just show the receipt and it's done 👍🏻 🕰️Opening hours: 7am-11pm 💰Average Price: 30CNY 📍Address: Opposite to Gate 1, 1st Floor, Arrival Level, Terminal 2, Hongqiao Airport #shanghai #shanghaitravel #shanghaihongqiaoairport #shanghailuggagestorage

#ChinaTravelMoment Shanghai Hongqiao Airport operates domestic and international flights. It seems as big as Pudong Airport. Chinese airports are generally large. There is ample space to rest. There are many chairs. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road

#ChinaTravelMoment Hongqiao Airport airline counters, not the duty-free area where you enter immigration Restaurants. There are various types of restaurants that satisfy various customer groups, such as Tim Ho Wan, The Hut, and McDonald's. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road

#ChinaTravelMoment Spicy Monkey There are a few restaurants around here like a food court and there are a lot of seats They sell skewers, a la carte dishes, and beer Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road

#ChinaTravelMoment %Arabica coffee shop called Eung Coffee. It's a Japanese brand headquartered in Kyoto. I've seen it in Hong Kong, Macau, and Thailand, and it seems like there are a lot of them in Asia. It looks neat and minimalistic, and the coffee tastes good. ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

#ChinaTravelMoment Venchi can be found all over Shanghai. It's incredibly expensive, but it tastes good, so there are always a lot of people. It's a famous chocolate and ice cream, no, gelato restaurant. They seem to call it Benchi. I think I saw this in Dubai, and it was expensive there too. It's expensive here, too. Gelato costs over 10,000 won. There's a store in Korea too. ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

#ChinaTravelMoment I thought it was Tinaine Premium Tea Double Blue, but it's called Tinaine It seems to be a local brand. The floor interior and packaging remind me of that brand. The price was also ridiculously expensive. ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

#ChinaTravelMoment I thought there were a lot of people at the Hongqiao Duty Free Zone restaurant, but it was Din Tai Fung. If you don't want to go on a food adventure and want a safe taste, this might be the best choice. Familiar taste is the best ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

#ChinaTravelMoment Hongqiao Airport bakery and juice shop, there are many places to eat inside the airport and there are many kinds, so there are many places to choose from. The bread was big and thick, so it looked delicious. ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

#ChinaTravelMoment A good restaurant to grab a bite in the duty-free area of ​​Hongqiao Airport They also sell Peking duck and serve it as a set meal ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

#ChinaTravelMoment Hongqiao Airport Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Duty Free Zone Souvenir Shop While looking around I was happy to see a Mickey decorated area, so I took a picture. As expected, it is a city that has Disneyland, and the kids are crazy about watching the animations here. ShanghaiChangningNo.2550, Hongqiao Road Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

#ChinaTravelMoment My first flight on Air China. Actually, there was a small episode before boarding. I clearly wrote my surname and name correctly, but the location of my surname and name was changed when issuing the ticket. Since it's overseas, it should be Gil-dong Hong, but it was issued as Hong Gil-dong like in Korea. So, the ticket I reserved wasn't found on the Air China app, and I went to the airport trembling with anxiety, but since China also calls me Hong Gil-dong, I was able to board naturally. I was nervous for nothing, and it was a new experience for the first time in a while that they gave me a newspaper before boarding.

I was wondering, since everyone's lighters and matches were collected during security check, how did the people in the smoking room light the fire? It turns out that there is a provision inside😏 But by the way, the air isolation is not very good, and there is a bit of cigarette smell in the waiting hall. I have been to many airports with smoking rooms, but I have never smelled it outside. I believe this is a design problem.

I arrived at Shanghai Hongqiao around midnight, so I couldn’t get back to my place using public transportation. I booked the airport pick-up service through Trip.com with a 12% discount code I got from booking my round-trip flights on the site. The driver was on time, professional, and had great communication skills. The car was super spacious and clean. I had a smooth ride back, for the same price as a Didi Discount Ride. But here, I got picked up by a man in a suit! #airporttransfer

#ChinaTravelMoment Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is located in the west of Shanghai. It boasts amazing accessibility, being only 13km from the city center. Thanks to this, it has become the most convenient airport for Shanghai citizens and an important transportation hub connecting all of China. The airport was also clean and very nice. #ChinaEasternAirlines #China

#ChinaTravelMoment I went to Lijiang via Shanghai on China Eastern Airlines. As a SkyTeam member, China Eastern Airlines is convenient and good because it allows code sharing and mileage accrual and use with other SkyTeam airlines. I want to fly China Eastern Airlines again if I get the chance. #China

#ChinaTravelMoment China Eastern Airlines is a member of the SkyTeam airline alliance SkyTeam is one of the world's top 3 airline alliances It has 19 airlines including Delta Airlines, Korean Air, Air France, etc. That's why the spacious seats and friendly flight attendants helped me comfortably, so I was able to travel comfortably #China Eastern Airlines