How to get from HGH to Hangzhou
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Metro Line 19 + Line 7 (opened 2022) | CNY 6-12 (~USD 0.85-1.70) | 50-70 min |
| Airport shuttle bus | CNY 20 (~USD 2.80) | 55-75 min |
| DiDi (ride-hail app) | CNY 90-160 (USD 13-22) | 35-55 min |
| Airport taxi (metered) | CNY 120-180 (USD 17-25) | 35-55 min |
HGH is 27km E of Hangzhou centre. Metro Line 19 + 7 connect airport to city — direct in 50-70 min for CNY 6-12 (opened 2022). DiDi CNY 90-160 faster. Hangzhou is legendary as "paradise on earth" per Marco Polo + Chinese poets. West Lake is the ultimate reason to visit + can be done in 3-4 hours. For 12+ hour layovers: West Lake + Lingyin Temple + tea village combo. Autumn (Sep-Nov) most beautiful with red maples + osmanthus fragrance.
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A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into HGH.
Getting out of Hangzhou (HGH)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Hangzhou cost?
CNY 120-180 (USD 17-25) — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from HGH to Hangzhou?
Metro Line 19 + Line 7 (opened 2022) at CNY 6-12 (~USD 0.85-1.70) — 50-70 min to central Hangzhou.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in China?
144-hour transit visa free at HGH for 53+ countries. Must connect to a THIRD country.