What is the Airport Link?
Opened December 27, 2024, this is Shanghai’s first intercity rail line. It connects Hongqiao and Pudong airports in just 40 minutes!
| Detail | Info |
|---|
| Total Length | 68.6km |
| Stations | 7 |
| Travel Time | 40 min (Hongqiao T2 ↔ Pudong T1&T2) |
| Top Speed | 160km/h |
| Frequency | Every 15 min |
Route & Stations
All 7 Stations
| Station (English) | Station (Chinese) | Transfers |
|---|
| Hongqiao Airport T2 | 虹桥机场T2 | Lines 2, 10, 17 |
| Zhongchun Road | 中春路 | Line 9 (in-station transfer) |
| Jinghong Road | 景洪路 | Line 15 |
| South Sanlin | 南三林 | — |
| East Kangqiao | 东康桥 | — |
| Shanghai International Resort | 上海国际度假区 | Line 11 (Disney, adjacent) |
| Pudong Airport T1&T2 | 浦东机场T1&T2 | Line 2, Maglev |
💡 Line 9 transfer at Zhongchun Road is in-station! Other lines require exiting.
Operating Hours
| Detail | Time |
|---|
| First Train | 06:00 (both directions) |
| Last Train | 22:39 |
| Frequency | Every 15 min |
Fares
Pricing
| Detail | Amount |
|---|
| Base Fare | ¥4 |
| Per km | ¥0.45 |
| Hongqiao T2 ↔ Pudong T1&T2 | ¥26 |
Discounts
| Discount | Details |
|---|
| Bus transfer | ¥1 off within 120 min |
| Monthly cumulative | 10% off after ¥70/month |
| 20-ride package | 30% off (valid 30 days) |
Payment Methods
Foreigners Welcome!
| Method | Supported | Notes |
|---|
| Foreign card tap | ✅ | Visa, MC, Amex, JCB contactless |
| Alipay/WeChat Pay QR | ✅ | At machines or turnstiles |
| Cash | ✅ | At ticket machines |
| Transportation Card | ✅ | Shanghai transport card |
💡 If your card is dual UnionPay+foreign network, UnionPay takes priority.
How to Ride
Step by Step
- Find Airport Link entrance (separate from regular metro!)
- Buy ticket at machine (cash/card/QR) or prepare app QR
- Security screening (bag X-ray)
- Scan ticket QR / tap card at turnstile
- Check platform display for train type (4-car / 8-car)
- Board, store luggage on luggage racks
- Exit at destination → scan/tap at turnstile
Train Types
| Type | Description |
|---|
| 4-car | Shorter train |
| 8-car | Longer train |
⚠️ Check platform display for train type and adjust your boarding position!
Luggage Rules
Luggage Racks
Trains have 2-tier luggage racks for easy suitcase storage.
| Level | Use For |
|---|
| Lower shelf | Large suitcases |
| Upper shelf | Smaller bags |
Size Limits
| Item | Limit |
|---|
| Max weight | 23kg per item |
| Max volume | 0.2㎥ per item |
| Max dimensions | L+W+H ≤ 1.8m |
💡 Standard 24” and 28” suitcases are no problem!
Amenities
On Board
| Amenity | Available |
|---|
| Wireless charging | ✅ |
| Comfortable seating | ✅ |
| Air conditioning | ✅ |
| Luggage racks | ✅ |
At Stations
| Amenity | Available |
|---|
| Restrooms | ✅ All stations |
| Elevators | ✅ All stations |
| Wheelchair access | ✅ |
| Braille paths | ✅ |
| Nursing rooms | ✅ All stations |
| Digital displays | ✅ |
In-Station Transfer (No Exit Needed)
| Station | Transfer Line |
|---|
| Zhongchun Road | Line 9 |
Out-of-Station Transfer
| Station | Transfer Lines |
|---|
| Hongqiao Airport T2 | Lines 2, 10, 17 |
| Jinghong Road | Line 15 |
| Pudong Airport T1&T2 | Line 2, Maglev |
Airport Link vs. Other Options
Hongqiao ↔ Pudong Comparison
| Transport | Time | Fare | Transfers |
|---|
| Airport Link | 40 min | ¥26 | None |
| Metro Line 2 | 90-110 min | ¥9 | 2-3 |
| Taxi/DiDi | 60-90 min | ¥250-350 | None |
| Maglev+Metro | 60 min | ¥60+ | 1-2 |
💡 Airport Link is the fastest and most efficient! Easy even with luggage.
Getting to Disney
Alight at Shanghai International Resort Station → walk or shuttle to Disneyland entrance!
| Route | Time | Fare |
|---|
| Hongqiao Airport T2 → Disney | ~25 min | ~¥15 |
| Pudong Airport → Disney | ~15 min | ~¥10 |
💡 Much faster than Line 11!
Useful Apps
Recommended
| App | Use | English |
|---|
| SH MaaS (随申行) | QR payment, route planning | ✅ |
| Metro Daduhui | Metro/Airport Link | ⚠️ Partial |
Metro Daduhui Note
- Passport registration may have errors
- Alternative: Buy tickets at machine or use foreign card tap
Useful Chinese
| English | Chinese | Pinyin |
|---|
| Airport Link | 机场联络线 | Jīchǎng Liánluò Xiàn |
| Hongqiao Airport | 虹桥机场 | Hóngqiáo Jīchǎng |
| Pudong Airport | 浦东机场 | Pǔdōng Jīchǎng |
| Where’s the ticket machine? | 售票机在哪里？ | Shòupiào jī zài nǎlǐ? |
| One ticket to Pudong please | 请给我一张到浦东机场的票 | Qǐng gěi wǒ yī zhāng dào Pǔdōng Jīchǎng de piào |
| Luggage rack | 行李架 | Xínglǐ jià |
| Transfer | 换乘 | Huànchéng |
| Service | Number |
|---|
| Shanghai Metro Hotline | 021-6437-0000 |
| Police | 110 |
| Ambulance | 120 |
| Government Services | 12345 |
Quick Checklist
For Airport-to-Airport Transfer
Good to Know
- ✅ Opened December 2024 brand new
- ✅ Foreign card tap accepted
- ✅ Full wheelchair accessibility
- ✅ Stops at Disney (Shanghai International Resort Station)
- ✅ Line 9 in-station transfer (Zhongchun Road)
