Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

International passengers follow a structured route from the arrival gate through border formalities to the public arrivals concourse.

• Disembark and follow signs towards Immigration; if arriving at Satellite S1 or S2, board the underground automated train to T1 or T2.
• Complete the self-service biometric fingerprint registration at the terminal kiosks if required for non-Chinese citizens.
• Proceed to Immigration Control with your valid passport, arrival card (if required), and visa or transit document.
• Collect checked baggage from the reclaim carousels located on the ground level after immigration.
• Pass through Customs inspection; choose the Green Channel for nothing to declare or Red Channel if carrying declareable goods.
• Exit into the public landside arrivals hall, where transport, communication, and information desks are positioned.

• Zug

  Maglev Train

  High-speed train linking the airport terminal concourse to Longyang Road station, offering transfers to Metro Lines 2, 7, and 16.

  Dauer:

  roughly 8 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 50 CNY single ticket

• Zug

  Metro Line 2

  Direct metro line running from Pudong Airport across central Shanghai (including People's Square) to Hongqiao Hub.

  Dauer:

  roughly 60-90 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 7-10 CNY

• Zug

  Airport Express Bus

  Dedicated bus routes serving major hubs including Shanghai Railway Station, Jing'an Temple, and Hongqiao Airport.

  Dauer:

  roughly 60-90 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 15-35 CNY

• Taxi

  Taxi / App-based Ride

  Official taxi ranks are available outside arrivals in both terminals. Ride-hailing pick-up zones are located in designated parking structures.

  Dauer:

  roughly 45-75 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 150-250 CNY

Transfers between international and domestic flights depend on whether your baggage is checked through to the final destination.

• Follow 'Transfer' directional signage upon disembarking rather than exiting to the main immigration hall if on a single ticket.
• Inter-terminal transfers between T1 and T2 can be completed via pedestrian walkways or airside/landside shuttle buses.
• Allow at least 2 to 3 hours for transfers requiring baggage collection and re-check, particularly between different airlines.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available across both main terminals and satellite concourses.

• Connect to the network named 'SPIA-WiFi' on your mobile device.
• Authentication requires an SMS code sent to a mobile phone or scanning a passport at a self-service Wi-Fi kiosk in the terminal.
• Certain international services and applications may be restricted on local networks without specific local service access.

The local currency is Chinese Yuan (CNY/RMB). Digital wallet payments are predominantly used throughout Shanghai.

• ATMs accepting international bank cards (Visa, Mastercard) are located in the departure and arrival halls of both T1 and T2.
• Currency exchange counters operate landside and airside; standard service fees may apply.
• Setting up international card linking on digital payment applications (Alipay or WeChat Pay) prior to arrival is strongly advised.

A wide variety of Chinese and international food options operate across both landside and airside zones.

• Landside dining halls offer fast food, noodle shops, and western chains before security.
• Airside departure gates feature tea houses, local cuisine, coffee shops, and international outlets.
• Options are distributed across both primary terminals and the Satellite gates.

Airline-operated and pay-per-use lounges are located airside in Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and the Satellite concourses.

• China Eastern operates flagship lounges in T1 and S1 for eligible passengers and alliance members.
• Air China and third-party commercial lounge operators provide services in T2 and S2.
• Access can be obtained via premium ticket status, membership programs, or walk-up single-use payment where available.

On-site and nearby hotel accommodation caters to transit passengers and late-night arrivals.

• The Da Zhong Airport Hotel is situated directly between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 above the transport centre.
• Hourly lounge rooms and transit rest spaces are available within selected airside areas.
• Numerous airport hotel shuttles operate from designated lanes outside the arrivals hall.

Baggage reclaim carousels and storage facilities are located on the ground floor of each terminal.

• Check flight numbers on overhead monitors to locate the correct reclaim carousel.
• Left-luggage services offering short-term and long-term storage are available landside in both T1 and T2.
• Luggage wrapping and porter services operate near departure check-in counters.

Facilities for passengers travelling with children are provided throughout the airport.

• Nursery rooms with baby-changing tables and private nursing spaces are located near main restroom blocks.
• Strollers are available for use within airside departure areas.
• Children's play zones are situated near select gates in T2 and the Satellite concourse.

• Information Desks
• Left Luggage / Storage
• Currency Exchange Kiosks
• ATMs
• Medical Clinics
• Postal Services
• Mobile SIM Card Counters
• Smoking Lounges (designated zones)

Lokale Notrufnummer: 110 (Police), 120 (Ambulance), 119 (Fire).

• Airport medical centres are staffed for basic urgent care landside and airside in both T1 and T2.
• For lost passports, contact the local airport police station or your national embassy/consulate in Shanghai.
• Information desks can assist in contacting emergency medical staff within the passenger terminals.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Shanghai Airport Authority Official WebsiteOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• National Immigration Administration of the People's Republic of ChinaRegierungsquelle
• General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of ChinaRegierungsquelle
• Shanghai Metro Official SiteOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe