Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
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| Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport | |
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| Name | Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport |
| Image-width | 250 |
| IATA | HGH |
| ICAO | ZSHC |
| Owner | Hangzhou Municipal People's Government |
| Operator | Hangzhou Airport Group Co., Ltd. |
| City-served | Hangzhou |
| Location | Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang |
| Elevation-f | 23 |
| Coordinates | 30, 13, 46, N... |
| Website | www.hzairport.com |
| R1-number | 06/24 |
| R1-length-m | 3,600 |
| R1-length-f | 11,811 |
| R1-surface | Asphalt |
| R2-number | 07/25 |
| R2-length-m | 3,400 |
| R2-length-f | 11,155 |
| R2-surface | Asphalt |
| Stat-year | 2023 |
| Stat1-header | Passengers |
| Stat1-data | 41,150,000 |
| Stat2-header | Aircraft movements |
| Stat2-data | 320,000 |
| Stat3-header | Cargo (metric tons) |
| Stat3-data | 803,000 |
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is the primary aviation gateway serving the Yangtze River Delta region and the capital of Zhejiang province. As a major hub for Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and Loong Air, it facilitates extensive domestic and international connectivity. The airport is a critical component of the regional infrastructure, supporting the economic vitality of Hangzhou and its status as a host city for events like the G20 Hangzhou summit and the 2022 Asian Games.
Overview
Strategically located in Xiaoshan District, the airport operates as a joint civil and military airfield, managed by the Hangzhou Airport Group Co., Ltd. under the oversight of the Hangzhou Municipal People's Government. It is classified as a Category 4F facility by the Civil Aviation Administration of China, capable of handling the world's largest aircraft, including the Airbus A380. The airport's development is integral to the Belt and Road Initiative, enhancing trade and passenger links across Asia and Europe.
History
The airport commenced civilian operations in 2000, replacing the older Jianqiao Airport to meet the growing demand from Hangzhou's rapid economic expansion. A significant expansion for the G20 Hangzhou summit in 2016 included the opening of a new international terminal. Further developments were accelerated in preparation for the 2022 Asian Games, with upgrades to cargo facilities and runway enhancements. Its history reflects the broader economic transformation of the Zhejiang region under policies from the Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party.
Facilities
The airport complex features three passenger terminals, with Terminal 3 being the largest and most modern, designed by the British firm Foster + Partners. Cargo operations are supported by dedicated facilities for integrators like SF Express and DHL Aviation. The airfield is equipped with two parallel runways, an advanced ILS, and a maintenance base for XiamenAir. Other amenities include a Regal Airport Hotel, VIP lounges operated by China Southern Airlines, and extensive retail concessions.
Airlines and Destinations
As a key hub, the airport hosts a comprehensive network served by major carriers including Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and Spring Airlines. International routes connect to major hubs such as Los Angeles, London Heathrow, and Tokyo Narita, operated by airlines like Air Canada and KLM. Cargo services are provided by global freighters including Cargolux and Suparna Airlines, linking Hangzhou to markets in North America and Southeast Asia.
Statistics
In 2023, the airport handled over 41 million passengers, ranking among the top ten busiest in Mainland China and consistently ahead of regional peers like Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Cargo throughput exceeded 800,000 metric tons, bolstered by e-commerce giants such as Alibaba Group. Pre-pandemic, it served as a focus city for Hainan Airlines and saw rapid growth in international traffic, particularly to destinations in Australia and the Middle East.
Ground Transportation
The airport is seamlessly connected to Hangzhou's city center via Line 1 and Line 7 of the Hangzhou Metro, with a dedicated station beneath Terminal 3. An extensive network of intercity railways, including services to Shanghai Hongqiao railway station, is accessible via the adjacent Xiaoshan International Airport railway station. Taxi services, ride-hailing platforms like Didi Chuxing, and long-distance coaches operated by Zhejiang Transportation Group provide additional connectivity throughout the Yangtze River Delta.
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