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iata: SHA
name: Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
city: Shanghai
country: China
lastUpdated: '2026-08-31'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.shairport.com/enhq/'
sources:
  - 'https://www.shairport.com/enhq/'
  - >-
    https://english.shanghai.gov.cn/en-Transportation/20241231/f66f14bbd4b549ab88e6f3aec375790c.html
quickFacts:
  - 'Two terminals (T1 international/domestic mix, T2 domestic focus)'
  - Major hub for China Eastern (SkyTeam) and Juneyao
  - >-
    Connected directly to Hongqiao Railway Station via Metro and new Airport
    Link Line
  - Primarily domestic flights with some international to Asia
  - Free T1-T2 shuttle every 10-30 min
  - High on-time rate ~93-95% in late 2025/early 2026
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic
    detail: International flights need 2.5-3 hours due to immigration.
    summary: Security and check-in move fast but power bank rules add checks.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: Use T2 for most domestic
    detail: T1 handles more international; confirm your terminal on booking.
    summary: T2 has better rail connections and newer facilities.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Eat landside before security
    detail: Post-security options are mostly chains with long waits at peaks.
    summary: Better variety and prices outside; airside is limited.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Check ONEID for fast track
    detail: Useful for frequent flyers or those with status.
    summary: Eligible passengers skip some lines via app or service.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: V01 China Eastern First & Business Lounge
    zone: International
    hours: '05:30-23:00'
    access:
      - China Eastern Business/First
      - SkyTeam Elite Plus
    bestFor:
      - SkyTeam passengers
      - Showers
    summary: Solid SkyTeam option with good food access limited outside alliance.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Hot meals
      - Quiet zones
  - name: V03 VIP Lounge
    zone: International
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Plaza Premium
      - DragonPass
      - Day pass
    bestFor:
      - Priority Pass users
      - Short layovers
    summary: Decent paid-access option; expect crowding and limited food at peaks.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Snacks
      - WiFi
  - name: Juneyao Air V6 VIP Lounge
    hours: '05:30-22:00'
    access:
      - Juneyao premium
      - Priority Pass
    bestFor:
      - Juneyao flyers
    summary: Basic third-party lounge; better alternatives in T1 for most travelers.
    verdict: skip
    terminal: Terminal 2
    amenities:
      - Snacks
      - Drinks
      - Seating
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Vending machines
    zone: airside
    price: ¥5-8 for 500ml
    summary: Convenient but not cheapest; stock up landside for better deals.
    location: Near departure gates and Metro entrance B1
    terminal: Terminal 2
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: refill
    name: Drinking fountains
    zone: airside
    summary: Free tap water common in Chinese airports; bring reusable bottle.
    location: Near restrooms in departures hall post-security
    terminal: Terminal 1
    isBestQuality: true
airportistScore: 7.8
slug: sha
region: Asia-Pacific
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# Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai, China · Asia-Pacific
SHA delivers efficient domestic operations and excellent rail integration but limited international facilities and basic food options.
## Airportist Score

**7.8 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.5
- Navigation: 8.2
- Food: 6.8
- Transport: 8.5
- Disruption resilience: 8.0

## At a glance

- Passengers: 50M+
- Terminals: 2 active terminals
- Typical security: 15 min
- On-time: 94%
- Disruption: normal

## Best for

- Domestic connections
- Rail integration
- On-time performance
- SkyTeam lounges

## Watch out for

- Power bank certification checks
- Limited international dining
- T1-T2 transfers
- Peak hour crowds

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/sha/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/sha/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/sha/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/sha/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/sha/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/sha/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/sha/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/sha/reviews.md)