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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. 

KLIA is located about 45 km from the city center and offers passengers a variety of transportation methods to get to the city. Each one of these methods of transportation offer their own advantages. From KLIA you can get to the city center by taxi, bus, train, or rental car.  

Taxi

One of the fastest ways to get to the city center from KLIA is by taxi. Taxis are located at the airport terminal building and licensed and operated by the Airport Limo Company. Taxis are an easy transportation alternative to get to the city center. For more information regarding the fare go to the Airport Limo counters located right before the exit at the domestic arrivals gate or international arrivals gate.

Bus

Another method of transportation you can use to get to the city center is by bus. Buses are a more affordable option and they travel to various locations in the city center. There are public buses accessible at the airport as well as express buses.

Train

You can use the Express Rail Link (ERL) trains to get to the city center from KLIA. The train is accessible from the airport terminal buildings and provides both an affordable and comfortable method of transportation to the city. There are two lines that run from the airport to the city, the KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a fast and easy way to get to the city center. There are various rental car companies that are located at the airport. Renting a car is not only a comfortably transportation alternative to get to the city but also a great alternative to get around in the city as well. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Kasina Baru, Hertz, Pantas, Mayflower, Orix, Insas Pacific and Avis.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport was the main international airport of Kuala Lumpur, until Kuala Lumpur International Airport was opened. Today Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport serves general aviation and turboprop flights. The airport is used for charter flights and domestic and international turboprop flights. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is located about 30 km from the Kuala Lumpur city center.

Taxi

Taxis are the fastest method of transportation to get to the city center. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. Taxis are readily available in the terminal building.

Bus

Buses are an economical transportation alternative to get to the city center. You can easily travel to the city by bus. Buses depart at certain hours so make sure to find out the schedule at the airport.