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Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights.

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station connects directly to Terminal 2 at the airport. There are 2 major lines that run through the airport station, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the airport from the city center by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the airport.

Bus

Buses are not a preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic in the city. However there are various bus lines that provide transportation to the airport from the city center. Bus line 941 runs from Shanghai Railway Station, among other stops, to Terminal 2. Bus line 316 is a night bus providing transportation to the airport.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center due to the heavy traffic in the city. Nevertheless, you can easily find a taxi in the city’s commerce, arts, culture, and residential areas. Despite being located in close proximity to the city center, taking a cab to the airport can take 30 minutes because of traffic.

Car

To get from the city center or trade center to the airport by car you have to take the Yan’an Road, which is a major road that goes through the center of the city, to the G50 Expressway. This will connect to the Hongyu Road, which connects to the airport. There are 3 different parking lots at the airport that have a combined capacity of 800 vehicles.  

Airport Information

Located 13 km from the city center, Hongqiao International Airport was the first civilian airport in the city. However today the airport mainly serves domestic flights. The airport consists of two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2; the second terminal was built in 2010 to support the Shanghai Expo. There are free shuttle buses that provide inter-terminal transportation. The airport contains many restaurants and shops that cater to the Asian demographic. There are also world-famous restaurant chains as well as a large duty free shop and event spaces located at the airport.

Pudong Airport

Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.

Rail

To get to the airport from the city center or People’s Square, you have to take Metro Line 2. You can get on the metro at the Nanjing Road East Station and take it to Longyang Station. At this station transfer to the Maglev Train, which provides direct access to the airport. You have to purchase a ticket for both the maglev train and the metro you will be transferring to. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center.

Airport Bus

Bus line “Airport 5” departs from the main train station in the city and provides transportation to the airport. However since the traffic in the city is generally very congested the arrival time can vary. Most passengers don’t want to take that risk so airport buses aren’t a very popular transportation alternative. It can take over 2 hours to get to the airport using this bus.

Taxi

English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese or use a map to point out where you want to go. You can also have the hotel staff help arrange a taxi for you. A taxi from many parts of the city to the airport takes around 45-50 minutes. For taxi rides that are over 10 km the taximeter charges 3.6 Chinese yuan per kilometer.

Car

Driving is a troublesome transportation alternative since traffic in the city is bad and the roads are constantly changing. However to get to the airport from the city center you have to take the North-South expressway, pass the Huangpu River, and connect to the Huaxia expressway. Following this road will connect you directly to the airport. The airport contains a parking lot with a capacity of 4,500 vehicles. Parking is free for the first 20 minutes.

Airport Information

Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport, handing 51 million passengers a year. The airport features a rich variety of services and amenities, serving passengers out of two main terminals. The airport contains ATMs belonging to all major international banks, restaurants that offer delicious international cuisine as well as Asian cuisine, a large duty free shop and more. 

You can go to the city center from Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky International Airport by using public transportation as well as you can benefit from taxi, airport shuttle services or hotel shuttle services. If you need a special means of transportation to make you feel comfortable during your entire trip, you can also take advantage of car rental alternative.

Taxi

You can see the taxis when you exit the airport through the gate 5 of the luggage delivery area in the arrival terminal of the airport. Taking a taxi to reach the city center from the airport costs about 34 dollars.

Shuttle Service

If you want to benefit from the extremely comfortable private shuttle services going to the main points of the city center or hotels, you need to pay 24 dollars for a one-way trip. If you want to return in the same way, you can buy a round trip ticket in return for 36 dollars. Shuttle service is provided by a wide variety of vehicles ranging from minivans to limousines according to you preference. For further information, you can ask for help at the shuttle desk in the luggage delivery area.

Rent a car

You should get on the shuttle services that depart every 5 to 10 minutes depending on the density in front of the airport if you want to get to the area where you can rent a car. Here you can rent an affordable car by agreeing with one of the 10 different car rental companies. You can reach the city center in about 20 minutes by driving through I-75 N motorway.

Bus

You can see the bus stops when you exit through the eastern gate of the luggage delivery area. The bus service is provided from 5 a.m. until midnight. You should take the bus 2X to reach the city center.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Some hotels in Cincinnati have their own shuttle services. Some of these hotels offer the shuttle service for their guests free of charge. If you contact your hotel in advance, you can get there quite comfortably by making a reservation.

Just like the city centre can be reached from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport via public transportation, taxi, airport shuttle service, and hotel shuttle service are also viable options. If you need a more comfortable means of transportation to ensure a pleasant trip, renting a vehicle from the airport would be a good alternative.

Taxi

You can see taxis parked outside of exit gate 5, which is situated at the arrivals terminal’s baggage claim area. The taxi fare from the airport to the city centre costs around 34 dollars.

Shuttle Service

To benefit from the extremely comfortable private shuttle service to hotels and key points in the city centre, you should purchase a one-way ticket for 24 dollars, or a round-trip ticket for 36 dollars. Passengers planning to use private shuttle services can choose from a range of vehicles, including minivans and limousines. A desk providing detailed information on shuttle services is located at the baggage claim area.

Car Rental

You have to use a shuttle bus, which departs every 5 to 10 minutes from outside the main entrance, to reach the offices of car rental agencies. With more than 10 different car rental companies, you can find a suitable vehicle to fit your budget. Drive along Interstate 75 North (I-75 N) to reach the city centre, which takes approximately 20 minutes.

Bus

You will come across bus stations when you exit from the east gate of the baggage claim area. Buses from the airport to downtown Cincinnati operate from 05.00 until midnight. You must use bus route 2X to reach the city centre. 

Hotel Shuttle Service

Some accommodation options in Cincinnati offer hotel shuttle services; a very comfortable form of transportation. While some hotels provide this service for free, others charge extra. Find out if your hotel provides transportation services and book in advance.