Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to City Center

Airport Details

• Name: Shanghai Pudong International Airport
• IATA Code: PVG
• Location: Shanghai, CN
• Elevation: 13 ft

Taxi from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to City Center

Taxis from Shanghai Pudong Airport to city center cost 180-250 CNY daytime. Meter starts at 14 CNY for first 3 km, then 2.5 CNY per km. Tolls and traffic add extra, taking 50-90 minutes.

Night surcharge of 30% applies from 11 PM to 5 AM. No fixed prices for regular taxis, but flat-rate options at desks run 270-320 CNY including tolls. Expect 200-400 CNY total in heavy traffic.

Zones are not used; fares depend on distance and time. Pay cash in CNY or check for card. Avoid unmarked cars for safety.

Taxi Tips & Safety

Find official taxis at designated queues outside terminals 1 and 2. Follow yellow Taxi signs to staffed pickup areas. Staff allocate rides, no cutting line.

Avoid scams by using meter only and noting fares to spots like People's Square (160-190 CNY). Ignore touts offering flat deals outside queues. Use Didi app for e-hailing as backup.

Pay with cash preferred; cards sometimes accepted. Show destination in Chinese on phone. Keep luggage secure and note plate number.

Alternative Transport

Maglev train from PVG to Longyang Road takes 8 minutes for 50 CNY, then metro line 2 to city center adds 40 minutes for 7 CNY total under 20 CNY. Fastest at 50 minutes overall.

Metro line 2 direct from airport to People's Square costs 7-8 CNY and takes 60-75 minutes. Buy tickets or use transport card at station between terminals.

Airport shuttle buses run multiple lines to city center for 20-36 CNY, taking 60-90 minutes. Night bus option costs 15 CNY after midnight. Cheaper than taxis.

Tips for Airport Transfers

• Look for official taxi ranks to avoid scams.
• Check if there is a flat rate to the city center.
• Consider booking a private transfer in advance for peace of mind.
• Have the address of your destination written down in the local language.