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Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai (Pudong), China

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Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai (Pudong), China

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Shanghai's primary international gateway on the eastern coast.

Opened

1999

Location

Shanghai, China

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the main international airport serving Shanghai, China's largest city and a global financial hub. Located in the Pudong district approximately 30 kilometers east of the city center, it handles the majority of Shanghai's long-haul international traffic and serves as a major hub for Chinese and international carriers. The airport opened in 1999 to relieve congestion at the older Hongqiao International Airport, which now primarily handles domestic and regional routes. Pudong has grown rapidly to become one of the busiest cargo and passenger airports in the world, consistently ranking among the top airports globally by freight volume. The facility features two main terminal buildings and a satellite concourse, with extensive capacity for both passenger and cargo operations. Its modern infrastructure and strategic location make it a critical node in East Asian aviation networks.

Terminals

The airport operates two main passenger terminals (T1 and T2) along with a satellite concourse (S1) that is connected to T2, collectively offering significant gate capacity for international and domestic operations.

Getting to & from

Ground transport options include the Shanghai Maglev Train, which connects Pudong Airport to Longyang Road Metro Station in about 8 minutes at speeds up to 431 km/h, as well as metro Line 2, highway coaches, and taxis.

Airlines here

China Eastern Airlines uses Pudong as its primary hub, while Air China, China Southern, and numerous international carriers including Lufthansa, Air France, and Singapore Airlines maintain significant operations here.

Notable facts

›Shanghai Pudong is one of the world's top airports by international cargo volume, often ranking in the global top five.
›The Maglev train connecting the airport to the city is one of the fastest commercially operated trains in the world.
›The airport covers an area of approximately 40 square kilometers.
›A third terminal (T3) has been under planning and development to further expand capacity.
›Pudong Airport handled over 76 million passengers in 2019 before pandemic-related declines.

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Gateway to China's most dynamic city, bridging East and West

Shanghai Pudong International Airport opened in 1999 on reclaimed land along the East China Sea coast, designed to relieve congestion at the older Hongqiao Airport. It has grown into one of the busiest cargo and passenger hubs in the world, serving as a primary international gateway for mainland China. With its sweeping terminal architecture and extensive airline connections, PVG reflects Shanghai's ambition as a global financial and cultural metropolis.

Terminals

Terminal 1 — The original terminal handling a mix of domestic and international carriers, featuring a curved roof structure and direct Maglev and metro access.
Terminal 2 — A larger, more modern terminal opened in 2008 that primarily serves international flights and is home to Air China and other major carriers.

Ground Transport

Shanghai Maglev Train (Longyang Road to PVG in ~8 minutes)
Metro Line 2 (direct connection to central Shanghai, ~60–70 minutes)
Airport Bus lines to multiple city districts and Hongqiao Airport
Licensed taxi from designated ranks outside arrivals halls
DiDi ride-hailing app (widely used alternative to taxis)
Car rental counters available in the arrivals area

Nearby Hotels

Ramada Pudong Airport Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport Hotel (on-site transit hotel)
Novotel Shanghai Clover
Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport
Hyatt Regency Shanghai Wujiaochang (nearby Yangpu district)

Dining

Inside the terminals, travellers will find a wide range of options from international fast-food chains like McDonald's and KFC to local Chinese noodle and dim sum outlets. Airside dining in Terminal 2 includes sit-down restaurants serving Shanghainese cuisine alongside international brands. Outside the airport perimeter, the Chuansha town area offers authentic local eateries at more affordable prices for those with extra time.

Traveller Tips

The Maglev train only connects to Longyang Road metro station, not directly to city centre — factor in an additional metro ride when planning journey time.
Transit passengers eligible for China's 144-hour visa-free transit policy should confirm eligibility before arrival to explore Shanghai without a visa.
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by an inter-terminal shuttle bus; allow at least 30 minutes if transferring between them.
Currency exchange rates at airport booths are less favourable than at city banks or via ATMs — withdraw yuan from airport ATMs for better rates.

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Airlines serving this airport

Royal Brunei Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviacion

Japan Airlines Domestic

Bravo Air Congo

Cambodia Angkor Air (K6)

Dragonair

Korean Air

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Sierra National Airlines

Jin Air

Albanian Airlines

Swiss International Air Lines

Malaysia Airlines

Air Mauritius

China Eastern Airlines

Routes

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PVG → LAXAA · 777

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Aircraft operating here

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