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Hangzhou international arrivals · HGH
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Arrival Guide
Hangzhou Xiaoshan is the international gateway for West Lake and a useful eastern China entry point for Hangzhou, Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing, and Huangshan rail trips.
Why travelers use HGH
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport at a glance
HGH can avoid a Shanghai airport transfer for travelers starting in Hangzhou. The airport, West Lake, Hangzhou East, Hangzhou, Hangzhou South, and Hangzhou West are separate destinations.
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International arrival process
- 1
Complete immigration
Follow international-arrival signs and present the passport and entry documents appropriate to the itinerary.
- 2
Collect baggage and clear customs
Wait until all bags are collected before starting a timed airport transfer.
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Choose West Lake, hotel, or station
Central sightseeing areas and Hangzhou East Railway Station need different routes.
- 4
Verify the onward station
Hangzhou has several railway stations and the selected live train determines which one to use.
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Airport to city transport
Taxi or ride-hailing
A direct road transfer is practical with luggage, but traffic can vary around central Hangzhou and major holidays.
Families, groups, and West Lake hotels.Pre-arranged transfer
A confirmed driver can simplify communication when the hotel is in a pedestrian or scenic-area location.
Late arrivals and first visits.03 · Flight to high-speed rail
HGH to Hangzhou East Railway Station
Allow at least three and a half hours after scheduled international landing for Hangzhou East, adding more for checked bags, peak traffic, holiday crowds, or another Hangzhou station.
Late-night arrival
Check the final metro and train times. If the onward rail connection is no longer robust, stay in Hangzhou and continue the next day rather than crossing the city under time pressure.
eSIM, maps and payment
- Write “Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport” and “Hangzhou East Railway Station” in full because both can appear with HGH codes in different systems.
- Save the West Lake hotel entrance and phone number offline.
- Keep data and a backup payment method ready for a late arrival.
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Continue from Hangzhou by train
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Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport FAQ
Is Hangzhou Airport close to West Lake?
No. The airport is outside central Hangzhou and requires a metro or road transfer to West Lake and nearby hotels.
How do I get from HGH airport to Hangzhou East station?
Metro, taxi, ride-hailing, and pre-arranged transfer options are available. Check live operating hours and allow for arrival formalities.
Why do the airport and Hangzhou East both show HGH?
HGH is the airport IATA code and is also used as the railway telecode for Hangzhou East in train systems. Use the full place name to avoid confusion.
Can I go from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai by train?
Yes. First transfer to the correct Hangzhou railway station, then take a selected train to Shanghai. Do not book a tight connection after an international flight.
Which Hangzhou station is best for tourists?
Hangzhou East serves many high-speed trains, but the best station depends on the live service and hotel. Hangzhou, South, West, and East are different.
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