# Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

> Shanghai, CN · 30 km (19 mi) east of central Shanghai

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## Facts

- **IATA**: PVG
- **ICAO**: ZSPD
- **Timezone**: Asia/Shanghai
- **Runways**: 4
- **Terminals**: 2
- **Passengers**: 54.0M/yr
- **Worldwide rank**: #8
- **Hub for**: China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines
- **Official site**: https://www.shairport.com/enpd/index.html

## Overview

## Welcome

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offers a rare juxtaposition of high-speed transport and deep-seated cultural elements. This is the place where you can transition from a technological marvel like the 430 km/h maglev train to savoring authentic regional Chinese dishes right within its terminals. For seasoned travelers, the airport unfolds with contrasting layers: sprawling and at times chaotic, yet interspersed with quiet nooks, efficient showers, and genuine culinary finds that mainstream maps barely acknowledge.

## At a glance

With an annual footfall of 54 million passengers, PVG is a major hub for China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines, offering connections through two main terminals. Located 30 kilometers east of central Shanghai, it serves as a critical gateway for both domestic and international flights. Terminal 1 predominantly handles airlines like Spring Airlines and Air China, whereas Terminal 2 is the home turf for China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines.

## Terminals & layout

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 collectively manage thousands of flights daily. T1 mainly facilitates carriers such as Spring Airlines and Air China, while T2 is dedicated to China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines. Both terminals feature extensive facilities, yet travelers often speak of the hidden charms away from the main halls. Expect long walks if you're transferring across terminals and allow at least a 2-hour buffer if switching from domestic to international flights.

## Getting to and from the city

The Shanghai Maglev Train offers a quick 8-minute ride to Longyang Road Station, transforming a normally weary journey into a swift sprint. Though the maglev is exhilarating, most city-center destinations are just as accessible by the Shanghai Metro Line 2 or various buses, which take 60 to 90 minutes. For door-to-door convenience, metered taxis and rideshare options like Didi Express or Didi Premier take 45 to 60 minutes but prepare for long queues during peak hours. Consider the Airport Bus Line for destinations like the Shanghai Railway Station or further afield to places like Hangzhou and Suzhou.

## Traveller essentials

Wi-Fi can be tricky, requiring SMS verification or a passport-based code, and travelers have frequently cited the connection as sluggish. A savvy move is to use an eSIM or offline maps to prevent frustrations. Purchasing a Shanghai Public Transport Card on arrival is highly recommended, as it streamlines your travel through the maglev, metro, and buses, bypassing often-crowded single-ride ticket counters.

## Dining & shopping highlights

Food options can vary widely in quality and value. Terminal 2 is a gastronomic hotspot offering everything from Ajisen Ramen to Dian Shui Lou and the local favorite Xiaonanguo. For something more familiar, Starbucks and McDonald's are available in both terminals. High-end shopping is centered in T2, with names like Hermès and Gucci lining the concourses, though some jewel spots for quality teas and snacks can be found tucked away, offering authentic flavors at reasonable prices.

## Lounges

Pudong's lounges vary from the expansive China Eastern No. 77 Lounge in T2 to the more secluded Cathay Pacific Lounge. Reviews consistently highlight the superior shower facilities and quieter environs of smaller contract lounges over flagship ones, making them worth exploring. A Priority Pass or DragonPass card can unlock access to excellent facilities not necessarily linked to your ticket class.

## Insider tips

- **Insider:** Avoid the obvious eateries near main halls; deeper concourse noodle and dumpling counters offer better, more authentic flavors.

- **Money:** Use ATMs in the maglev/metro foyer level instead of the first arrival hall exchange counters for better rates.

- **Time:** Walk past the first taxi stands to the long-distance bus area; queues are usually shorter and move faster, easing departure stress.

- **Avoid:** PVG’s Wi-Fi setup is cumbersome; an eSIM or offline prep will save time and frustration, especially during layovers.

- **Local:** Explore the quiet mezzanine above main departure areas for a peaceful rest spot with better seating options.

- **Quiet:** Seek out end-of-pier spots for uninterrupted views of widebody aircraft, away from crowded central lounges.

- **Time:** Check all immigration lines before committing; far side queues are often quicker than those directly off the escalators.

## Terminals (2)

- **Terminal 1** — Spring Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines
- **Terminal 2** — China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines

## Dining (27)

- **Ajisen Ramen** — T2 · $$
- **Burger King** — T2 · $$
- **Costa Coffee** — T2 · $
- **Dairy Queen** — T2 · $
- **Dian Shui Lou** — T2 · $$
- **Din Tai Fung** — $$
- **Dumpling House** — T1 · $
- **Häagen-Dazs** — T2 · $$
- **KFC** — T1 · $
- **KFC** — T2 · $
- **Kungfu** — T1 · $
- **Kungfu** — T2 · $
- **McDonald’s** — T1 · $
- **McDonald’s** — T2 · $
- **Noodle Bar** — T2 · $
- **Pacific Coffee** — T2 · $
- **Paris Baguette** — T2 · $
- **Pizza Hut** — T2 · $$
- **South Beauty** — T2 · $$
- **Starbucks** — $
- **Starbucks** — T1 · $
- **Starbucks** — T2 · $
- **Subway** — T2 · $
- **Xiaonanguo** — T1 · $$
- **Xiaonanguo** — T2 · $$
- **Yoshinoya** — T1 · $
- **Yoshinoya** — T2 · $

## Lounges (16)

- **Air China VIP Lounge** — T2 · Terminal 2, Star Alliance
- **Cathay Pacific Lounge** — T2 · Terminal 2, oneworld
- **China Eastern International No. 22 Lounge** — Satellite S1, SkyTeam
- **China Eastern International No. 36 Lounge** — Satellite S2, SkyTeam
- **China Eastern No. 36 First Class Lounge** — T1 · Terminal 1, SkyTeam
- **China Eastern No. 36 Lounge** — T1 · Terminal 1, SkyTeam
- **China Eastern No. 39 Lounge** — T1 · Terminal 1, SkyTeam
- **China Eastern No. 77 Lounge** — T2 · Terminal 2, SkyTeam
- **China Southern Sky Pearl Lounge** — T2 · Terminal 2, SkyTeam
- **First Class Lounge V5** — T2 · Terminal 2, Priority Pass
- **No. 1 Passenger Lounge** — T1 · Terminal 1, Priority Pass
- **No. 2 Passenger Lounge** — T2 · Terminal 2, Priority Pass
- **Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge** — T2 · Terminal 2, Star Alliance
- **VIP Lounge 144** — T1 · Terminal 1, DragonPass
- **VIP Lounge 145** — T2 · Terminal 2, DragonPass
- **VIP Lounge 150** — T2 · Terminal 2, DragonPass

## Shops (29)

- **Apple Authorized Reseller** — T2
- **Burberry** — T2
- **C-Store** — T1
- **C-Store** — T2
- **China Mobile** — T2
- **China Unicom** — T2
- **Estée Lauder** — T2
- **Gucci** — T2
- **Hermès** — T2
- **Huawei** — T2
- **L’Oréal** — T2
- **Laneige** — T2
- **Mango Tree** — T2
- **Montblanc** — T2
- **Old Shanghai Gifts** — T1
- **Old Shanghai Gifts** — T2
- **Prada** — T2
- **Relay** — T1
- **Relay** — T2
- **Shanghai Snacks** — T2
- **Sunglass Hut** — T2
- **Sunrise Duty Free**
- **Sunrise Duty Free** — T1
- **Sunrise Duty Free** — T2
- **Swarovski** — T2
- **Tea House** — T2
- **Vivo** — T2
- **Watch Station** — T2
- **WHSmith** — T2

## Parking (10)

- **Electric Vehicle Parking Area** — EV charging · 60 RMB/day, 5/hr
- **Hourly Parking Zone T1** — Short-term · 110 RMB/day, 10/hr
- **Hourly Parking Zone T2** — Short-term · 110 RMB/day, 10/hr
- **Off-site Airport Shuttle Parking** — Economy · .null/day, .null/hr
- **P1 Parking Garage** — Short-term · 110 RMB/day, 10/hr
- **P2 Parking Garage** — Short-term · 110 RMB/day, 10/hr
- **P3 Outdoor Parking Lot** — Long-term · .null/day, .null/hr
- **P4 Outdoor Parking Lot** — Long-term · 60 RMB/day, 5/hr
- **P5 Economy Parking Lot** — Long-term · .null/day, .null/hr
- **VIP Parking Area** — Premium · .null/day, .null/hr

## Ground transport (16)

- **Airport Bus Line 1** — Bus · 60-90 min · Every 15-30 min
- **Airport Bus Line 2** — Bus · 60-90 min · Every 15-30 min
- **Airport Bus Line 4** — Bus · 60-90 min · Every 15-30 min
- **Airport Hotel Shuttle Bus** — Bus · 5-10 min · Every 15-30 min
- **Airport Night Line** — Bus · 60-90 min · Every 30-60 min
- **Didi Express** — Rideshare · 45-60 min · On demand
- **Didi Premier** — Rideshare · 45-60 min · On demand
- **Metered Taxi** — Taxi · 45-60 min · On demand
- **Pudong Airport–Hangzhou Coach** — Coach · 180-240 min · Every 120-240 min
- **Pudong Airport–Hongqiao Airport Shuttle Bus** — Bus · 90-120 min · Every 30-60 min
- **Pudong Airport–Ningbo Coach** — Coach · 180-240 min · Every 120-240 min
- **Pudong Airport–Shanghai Railway Station Bus** — Bus · 70-100 min · Every 20-40 min
- **Pudong Airport–Shanghai South Railway Station Bus** — Bus · 70-100 min · Every 20-40 min
- **Pudong Airport–Suzhou Coach** — Coach · 120-180 min · Every 60-120 min
- **Shanghai Maglev Train Line** — Train · 8 min · Every 15-20 min
- **Shanghai Metro Line 2** — Metro · 60-70 min · Every 5-7 min

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Avoid the obvious eateries near main halls; deeper concourse noodle and dumpling counters offer better, more authentic flavors.
- _Money_: Use ATMs in the maglev/metro foyer level instead of the first arrival hall exchange counters for better rates.
- _Time_: Walk past the first taxi stands to the long-distance bus area; queues are usually shorter and move faster, easing departure stress.
- _Avoid_: PVG’s Wi-Fi setup is cumbersome; an eSIM or offline prep will save time and frustration, especially during layovers.
- _Local_: Explore the quiet mezzanine above main departure areas for a peaceful rest spot with better seating options.
- _Quiet_: Seek out end-of-pier spots for uninterrupted views of widebody aircraft, away from crowded central lounges.
- _Time_: Check all immigration lines before committing; far side queues are often quicker than those directly off the escalators.