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Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Location: The airport is situated 17 miles (28km) north of Beijing.Time: Local time is GMT +8.
Contacts: Tel: +86 (0)10 6454 1100
Transfer between terminals: A shuttle bus service runs between the two terminals.
Getting to the city: Beijing's transport system was revamped for the 2008 Olympic Games. Shuttle buses run regularly to the city centre (about 45 minutes), Beijing Railway Station and major hotels. Metered taxis are also available, but it is recommended that passengers have their destination written in Chinese to avoid confusion. Travelling time to the city is about an hour.
Car rental: Car rental is available at the airport.
Airport Taxis: Taxis from Beijing Capital International Airport are metered and should be about US$12 to most hotels but fees vary. Tips are not expected. The 17 miles (28km) should take about 40 minutes to drive. Avoid taxi drivers that approach customers and instead wait in the taxi line and insist on using the meter.
Facilities: There are several bureaux de change, a bank and ATMs, as well as telephones, tourist information, numerous shops and duty free, and a business centre with internet access. A food corridor provides a range of eating and drinking options, while an entertainment centre offers everything from films to Chinese massage. Facilities for the disabled are good, but passengers should contact their airlines in advance for more information. Smoking is banned throughout the airport.
Parking: The parking garage is located close to Terminal 3, and is connected to the terminal building by means of an underground walkway. There is also an airport subway, linking the parking garage to the terminals. Parking is free for the first 30 minutes; and thereafter, RMB 6 for the first hour, and RMB 5 for every subsequent 30 minutes. The maximum daily charge is RMB 80 for the first two days, and RMB 50 per day from the third day onwards.
Departure Tax: ¥90 (international flights), ¥50 (domestic).
Website: en.bcia.com.cn
Shanghai Hong Qiao International Airport (SHA)
Location: The airport is situated eight miles (13km) southwest of central Shanghai.Time: Local time is GMT +8.
Contacts: Tel: +86 (0)21 6268 8899.
Getting to the city: Taxis are available outside the airport. Public buses serve the airport linking to People's Square (#925A) and the main railway stations (#941). Departures are every 15 minutes from 6am to around 11pm. The fare is approximately RMB4. The bigger hotels offer shuttle bus services to and from the airport.
Car rental: Car rental is available. Tel: +86 (0)21 5114 2112 for more information.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available outside the airport but finding the right one can be confusing without assistance. Taxi drivers usually do not speak English so it is best to indicate your destination on a map, or have it written down in Chinese. The meter should be turned on and the charge should not exceed RMB3 per kilometre.
Facilities: There are ATMs and currency exchange facilities, a post office, and duty-free shops. There is a shopping mall just outside the entrance to the airport. There are also a variety of food outlets, bars, an information counter and business centre. Smoking is banned throughout the airport.
Parking: Parking is charged at CNY 5-7 per hour, with a daily maximum of CNY 60.
Departure Tax: ¥90 (international flights), ¥50 (domestic).
Website: www.shairport.com/en/index.jsp
Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Location: The airport is situated 19 miles (30km) from central Shanghai.Time: Local time is GMT +8.
Contacts: Tel: +86 (0)21 6834 1000.
Transfer between terminals: A shuttle bus runs between the terminals at ten minute intervals. It is also possible to walk between terminals as they are all connected via long corridors.
Getting to the city: The airport is linked to Shanghai's metro with a new magnetic levitation train, the Maglev; the journey takes only eight minutes and costs ¥50. Taxis are available and usually the most convenient way to the city, but they are more expensive. Journeys take an hour to most downtown areas. Public buses are also available, but are only advised for hardened travellers. Many hotels meet their guests at the airport.
Car rental: There is a self-drive car hire service available during business hours, and Avis and Hertz have desks in Arrivals.
Airport Taxis: Metered taxis are available outside the airport terminal. Do not expect drivers to speak English. Use a map to indicate your destination. Rates are ¥3.2 per kilometre. This amounts to a fare of ¥150-180 for the 45-minute drive into town. A surcharge is added for journeys between 11pm and 5am.
Facilities: Facilities at the airport include banks, ATMs and currency exchange, a post office, luggage storage, Business Centre and an Internet cafe. There are also several restaurants and shops, including duty free. Smoking is banned throughout the airport.
Parking: Short- and long-term parking is provided at the airport. Rates range from ¥10 per hour, for the first two hours, up to a daily maximum of ¥50.
Departure Tax: None.
Website: www.shairport.com
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Location: The airport is situated 17 miles (28km) from Guangzhou city centre.Contacts: +86 (020)360 66 315.
Getting to the city: There is an Airport Express bus and local taxis that transport passengers to and from Guangzhou city.
Airport Taxis: There are taxis available at Guangzhou Airport and the fare from the airport to the Guangzhou Railway Station is approximately ¥95, excluding toll fees.
Facilities: There is a post office, bank, play room, smoking room, business centre and information desk at the airport, as well as leather, cosmetics and local speciality stores. The airport also has dining facilities and a wine and cigarette shop. Smoking is banned throughout the airport, however.
Parking: There is both covered and uncovered parking at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, with fees starting at CNY 8 for the first hour and CNY 5 per hour thereafter.
Website: www.baiyunairport.com
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Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
Location: 38.5 miles (62km) south of LhasaContacts: +86 891 624 6011
Getting to the city: There are shuttle buses available to Lhasa from the airport, which take 40-60 minutes.
Car rental: There are car rental facilities at Lhasa Airport, operated by Budget, Hertz, Avis, Europcar and Sixt.
Facilities: There are shops, currency exchange, banks, restaurants, car rental services and an information desk located in the terminal.
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