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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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At Hongqiao itself there doesn’t appear to be a place to sleep, and it’s awfully crowed anyway. – Rod
SHA Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
What to Expect
Of the city’s two major airports, Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (code: SHA) is located closer to the city center. Terminal 1 handles short-haul international flights, and the much larger Terminal 2 serves domestic traffic. Eateries and shops are plentiful, especially in T2, but most places shut down by 10:00 PM. Free Wi-Fi helps pass the time when you get bored of window shopping. Economy class passengers can pay to enter airport lounges in both terminals.
Sleeping in Hongqiao Airport
Past reviewers suggest that Terminal 2 closes nightly, around 10:00 PM, but a traveller in 2018 had no problem sleeping all night in T2, reporting armrest-free seating and dozens of other travellers. Have a backup plan, just in case. Earplugs can help combat typical airport noise. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are within walking distance and offer free shuttle service. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
A reader reports that the Domestic Terminal is open from approximately 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM. We do not have confirmed hours for the International Terminal.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Hongqiao Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Hongqiao Airport:
- Shanghai International Airport Hotel – Adjacent to Terminal 1. Approx. 5-minute walk. Day rooms available (6:00 AM – 4:00 PM): 150 RMB for the first 2 hours, 50 RMB per additional hour. Airport shuttle service included.
- Argyle International Airport Hotel – Adjacent to Terminal 1, near the Departures level exit ramp. Approx. 5-minute walk. Airport pick-up available. Free hourly shuttle to Terminal 2.
- Boyue Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel – Connected to Terminal 2 via corridor to the check-in area. Shuttle service to Terminal 1 available.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter through a lounge membership program.
Terminal 1
- VIP Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Landside, Domestic flights, Building A, next to Gate 5. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
- VIP Lounge V03 – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, International Departures. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Lounge membership programs.
Terminal 2
- Golden Century VIP Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, Landside, Main Departure Hall, 3rd Floor, near Entrance Door 8.
- First Class Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, Airside, Domestic Departures, near Gates 25 and 26. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
- V01 VIP International Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, Airside, Domestic Departures. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
No 24-hour food and beverage options are available. A range of restaurants and cafes operate in both terminals, generally from 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM, though hours vary by location.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Storage is available in the following areas:
Terminal 1 – Departures Hall, near Gate 5. Hours: Unknown.
Terminal 2 – Arrivals Hall. Hours: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM.
Rates (both locations):
Small bag: from 15-25 RMB (0-24 hours)
Large bag: from 30-45 RMB (0-24 hours)
Oversized items: from 50 RMB
Mobile Charging
Charging outlets are available throughout both terminals, with more options airside. Look for outlets integrated into seating in gate areas.
Showers
Unfortunately, there are no showers available to freshen up. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available in public departure and arrival areas throughout the airport.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
- Baby Care Facilities – A nursery is located in Terminal 1, Departures B, airside, next to the postal service.
- Baggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available free of charge.
- Business Services – Fax and photocopy services are available in Terminal 1 (west passageway, Arrivals). Terminal 2 offers additional services, including computer rentals and internet access.
- Currency Exchange – Available in both terminals. Terminal 1 locations include the baggage claim area, guest meeting area (Building B), and International Departures. Terminal 2 has currency exchange machines (multiple currencies to RMB) in the check-in area on the Departures level.
- Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available. Terminal 1 has a limited selection of shops, including a Lawson convenience store (airside). Terminal 2 offers a larger range of retail options.
- Gardens – Small garden areas with seating, children’s play areas, and internet access are located near Gates 25 and 71 on the M2 Departures level in Terminal 2.
- Information Desk – Information desks are available in both terminals, including Departures and Arrivals areas. Airport Ambassadors are also present throughout the terminals.
- Medical Services – First aid and medical services are available in both terminals. Locations include departure areas in Terminal 1 and multiple first-aid stations in Terminal 2 (Arrivals and transit levels). Hours vary.
- Postal Services – Mailboxes are available in both terminals.
- Smoking Rooms – Designated smoking rooms are available in both terminals.
Airport Shuttles
Airport shuttles to Terminals 1 and 2 are available. In Terminal 1, the shuttle stop is at Gate 6 of the departure level. Hours: 06:00 AM – 10:30 PM. In Terminal 2, the shuttle stop is at Gate 1 of the arrival level. Hours: 06:00 AM – 11:00 PM. The shuttles run every 30 minutes.
Buses
Several buses, including a night bus, serve terminals 1 and 2. Operating hours vary. The night bus operates between 10:00 PM and 45 minutes after the last flight. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport website.
Car Rentals
Car rental services are available on-site in Terminal 2 only. At the time of this update, no further details are known.
Hotel Shuttles
At the time of this update, we could not find any hotels offering airport shuttle service. See Airport Hotels above.
Metro
Shanghai Metro Line 10 connects the city to Hongqiao Airport Terminal 1. Metro Line 2 and Line 10 connect the city to Hongqiao International Airport T2. Most trains are in operation from 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. For routes, schedules and more information, visit the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport website.
Taxis
Taxis are available outside the arrivals area of Terminal 1 and from Terminal 2, Arrivals Level, Gate 4 South.
Last updated: 2026-03-26
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.