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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. 

Augsburg Airport is located 7km from Augsburg city, a city in the German state of Bavaria. Augsburg Airport is used mainly for general aviation and business flights. The airport is located 60 km from Munich. You can get to the city center from Augsburg Airport by bus, car, or taxi. 

Taxi

Another convenient and fast method of transportation to get to the city center from Augsburg Airport is by taxi. Taxis are a very comfortable transportation alternative. There are various taxi companies available at Augsburg Airport. Taxi companies that you can choose from include Augsburger Taxizentrale, Augsburger Grobraumtaxi, Taxi Flughafentransfer Hanka and Taxi und Mietwagen Schrettle. For more information on taxi companies and rates please visit Augsburg Airport’s website.

Bus

Taking the bus from Augsburg Airport to the city center is another option. The Augsburg city buses provide transportation to many locations in the city for a reasonable price. For more information on bus routes and rates please visit Augsburg Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another great option to get to the city center from Augsburg Airport and to discover the city and its surroundings during your trip. There are various rental car companies located at the airport including Sixt and Europcar.

Munich Airport is a major international airport welcoming a significant amount of visitors to the city. Once you land at Munich Airport there are several transportation alternatives available to get to the city center. Passengers can get to the city center from Munich Airport by train, bus, taxi, and rental car.

Train

There is a rail system in place that provides transportation directly from Munich Airport to the city center. Trains depart every 10 minutes and provide transportation to the city. The rain is accessible from terminals 1 and 2. The S1 train line provides transportation from Munich Airport to Neufahrn, Moosach, Laim, Munich Hauptbahnhof, Marienplatz and Ostbahnhof and the S8 train line provides transportation from Munich Airport to Ostbahnhof, Isartor, Marienplatz, Karlsplatz/Stachus, Hauptbahnhof, Laim and Pasing and Herrsching. For both lines the total trip from the airport to the furthest point on the line takes about 50 minutes.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Munich Airport is by taxi. Taxis are easily accessible from both terminals, from both the arrival and departure levels. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi to the city center takes about 40 minutes. For more information on taxi companies that operate from the airport and taxi fares please visit Munich Airport’s website.  

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Munich Airport is by bus. There are many bus routes that provide transportation to the city center and many bus stops at both terminals at the airport. The bus route that you will take to get to the city center from Munich Airport will vary depending on your destination in the city. For detailed information on bus routes and stops please visit Munich Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a very convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center from Munich Airport. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city during your trip. There are various rental car companies located at the airport. You can pick up your rental car from the Car Rental Center in the Central Area of the airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Enterprise, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Buchbinder and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple locations make sure to arrange your vehicle pick up and drop off locations beforehand.