Wuhan Tianhe Airport serves the capital of Hubei, a historic junction on the Yangtze River in the heart of central China, about 26 km from the city centre.
Wuhan is known for its bridges over the Yangtze and for being an important university and industrial centre.
How to get to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to WUH
Parking near Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
In front of the terminal is the airport-recognized parking.
First 30 minutes free, then 5 CNY from 30 minutes to 1 hour, +5 CNY for every subsequent hour, maximum 60 CNY for 24 hours.
How to get to Wuhan from WUH
By Train
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Car rental at Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
A limited number of car rental operators are available in the arrival area.
Many visitors choose taxis or alternative transportation services instead of car rental.
Hotels near Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Terminal 2
The Crowne Plaza is about 50 metres as the crow flies from Terminal 2; the Holiday Inn is 100 metres away, with a free shuttle between T2 and T3.
Best for: One-night stopovers and dawn departures, for those who want to walk to check-in.
- You can walk to check-in, with no dependence on the metro or traffic
- Both offer a free shuttle to the other terminals
- Only the terminal area around: for dinner you stay in the hotel or at the airport
- Hankou still requires 40-45 minutes by metro, with no faster alternative
Recommended hotels
- Crowne Plaza Wuhan Tianhe Airport by IHG About 50 metres from Terminal 2, with an indoor pool and gym for long stopovers; a free airport shuttle. View availability
- Holiday Inn Wuhan Tianhe Airport by IHG About 100 metres from Terminal 2, with a free shuttle to Terminal 3; a 9.8/10 score. View availability
Hankou and Jianghan Road
Direct metro line 2 from the airport in 40-45 minutes to Jianghan Road (about 10 CNY).
Best for: Those who want the Yangtze riverfront and the Jianghan Road pedestrian street, in the heart of Hankou.
- Walking distance from the Yangtze riverfront and the Erqi Bridge, with river views from the higher rooms
- Jianghan Road, Wuhan's best-known pedestrian and shopping street, is just steps away
- The transfer from the airport is still about 40 minutes, with no shortcuts
- A very touristy area, crowded on weekends
Recommended hotels
- Ascott Hankou Riverside Wuhan A serviced residence with views of the Yangtze and the Erqi Bridge, just steps from Hankou's riverfront; a 9.5/10 score. View availability
- Atour Hotel Wuhan Hankou Financial Center On the 41st floor of a skyscraper near Jianghan Road, 4 km from Hankou station and 25 from the airport; a 9.7/10 score. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for regional and national traffic. Walking from check-in to gate typically takes 15 minutes.
It is advisable to allow for longer-than-usual customs checks and arrive 3 hours early for international flights.
Map of Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Wuhan a good starting point for the Three Gorges?
Yes, Yangtze River cruises to the Three Gorges often depart from or pass through Wuhan, an important river hub.
Q. Is Wuhan well connected by high-speed train?
Yes, it's one of the main railway hubs in central China, with fast connections to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and many other cities.
Q. Does Wuhan have a historic bridge over the Yangtze River?
Yes, the Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, opened in 1957, was the first permanent bridge to connect the two banks of the river along its entire length, an infrastructure that remains a symbol of the city today.
Q. What to buy at Wuhan's duty free?
Lotus tea, a Hubei specialty, along with Chinese tea and baijiu.
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