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.

• Treno

  Maglev Train

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

  Tempo:

  roughly 8 minutes

  Costo tipico:

  typically 50 CNY single ticket

• Treno

  Metro Line 2

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

  Tempo:

  roughly 60-90 minutes

  Costo tipico:

  typically 7-10 CNY

• Treno

  Airport Express Bus

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

  Tempo:

  roughly 60-90 minutes

  Costo tipico:

  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.

  Tempo:

  roughly 45-75 minutes depending on traffic

  Costo tipico:

  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)

Numero di emergenza locale: 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.

• Controlla la validità del passaporto e qualsiasi visto, ETA o dichiarazione di ingresso richiesta.
• Conferma il terminal di partenza sulla tua carta d'imbarco il giorno prima.
• Attiva una eSIM da viaggio per essere online appena atterri.
• Scarica mappe offline e fai uno screenshot dell'indirizzo del tuo hotel e del riferimento della prenotazione.
• Comunica alla tua banca che sei in viaggio e porta con te una carta di pagamento di riserva.
• Salva il numero di emergenza locale e il contatto della tua ambasciata nel telefono.
• Fotografa il passaporto e memorizza la copia in un luogo accessibile offline.
• Controlla la franchigia bagaglio e gli articoli soggetti a restrizioni per la tua destinazione.

Le operazioni aeroportuali cambiano. Conferma sempre terminal, tariffe e orari con le fonti ufficiali qui sotto prima di viaggiare.

• Shanghai Airport Authority Official WebsiteFonte ufficiale dell'aeroporto
• National Immigration Administration of the People's Republic of ChinaFonte governativa
• General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of ChinaFonte governativa
• Shanghai Metro Official SiteFonte ufficiale dei trasporti