Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport serves one of China's most beautiful cities according to classical tradition, famous for West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage site, about 27 km from the centre.
Hangzhou is also home to Alibaba and is an important technology and economic centre.
How to get to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to HGH
Parking near Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
The parking managed by the airport is located in front of the terminal.
Cars: first 15 minutes free, then 10 CNY/hour, maximum 100 CNY in 24 hours (Transportation Center Garage 100 CNY/day; more distant open areas P4/P5 cost 50 CNY/day). Large vehicles: 15 CNY/hour after the first 15 minutes free, maximum 150 CNY/24h.
How to get to Hangzhou from HGH
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Need an airport transfer?
Compare taxis and shuttles on Booking.com
Car rental at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
Not all car rental brands are represented: only some have a desk.
The majority of travelers here rely on taxis or ride-sharing apps rather than car rental.
Hotels near Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
Ground Transport Center, Terminal 4
Both hotels are in the Ground Transport Center of Terminal 4, 1-3 minutes on foot from arrivals; the Line 19 metro station for Hangzhou East is in the same complex.
Best for: Layovers of a few hours and dawn departures: you reach the gate on foot, with no bus or taxi needed.
- From the room to the gate in minutes, even with heavy luggage
- Metro Line 19 (direct to Hangzhou East in 25 minutes) departs from the same complex
- No life outside the airport: for dinner you stay among the terminal's restaurants
- Higher rates than the budget chains in the outer area
Recommended hotels
- Hyatt Regency Hangzhou International Airport In the Ground Transport Center of Terminal 4, one minute on foot from arrivals: you enter the hotel directly from the terminal without going outside. Indoor pool and gym. View availability
- Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport A more affordable version in the same complex, about 200 metres from the terminal: repeatedly described by guests as reachable on foot even after a night flight. View availability
Outer area of the airport
About 7 km from the terminal: a free hotel shuttle available 24 hours on request, to be booked by indicating the arrival time.
Best for: Anyone who wants to stay close to the terminal while spending less than in the Ground Transport Center, with their own shuttle.
- Free shuttle running around the clock, useful for night flights too
- Lower prices than the hotels inside the terminal
- You always need the shuttle or a taxi: the terminal can't be reached on foot
- An industrial area, with no restaurants or shops nearby
Hangzhou East and the business district
Metro Line 19 from the airport to Hangzhou East in 25 minutes, then five more stops on Line 1 to the hotel, in the heart of the business district next to the metro.
Best for: Anyone working in the new Qiantang business district or who needs to catch a high-speed train from Hangzhou East.
- A few steps from a Line 1 metro station, convenient for both the airport and West Lake
- A modern district with offices and restaurants, useful for anyone travelling for work
- West Lake and the historic centre remain 30-40 minutes away by metro
- A newly built area, without the charm of Hangzhou's older districts
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is adequately sized for the city's growing traffic. From check-in to gate you generally walk 15 minutes.
Customs control times vary: for international flights, it is prudent to arrive at least 3 hours early.
Map of Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What to see in Hangzhou near West Lake?
The Buddhist temples on the surrounding hills, the traditional gardens and the historic pagodas: the lake itself is best experienced on foot, by bike or on a traditional boat.
Q. Is Hangzhou home to Alibaba?
Yes, the Chinese tech and e-commerce giant is headquartered right in Hangzhou, which has become an important tech hub.
Q. Is Hangzhou a convenient day trip from Shanghai?
Yes, the high-speed train connects the two cities in under an hour, making Hangzhou one of the most popular day trips for those staying in Shanghai, as well as being reachable by its own direct flights.
Q. What to buy at Hangzhou's duty free?
Longjing tea, a famous local green tea considered among the best in China, along with traditional silk.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights