Explore China
China's aviation sector has experienced remarkable growth, with passenger traffic reaching 730 million in 2024, a 17.9% increase from the previous year and 10.6% higher than 2019. The total air transport turnover reached 148.52 billion tonne-kilometers in 2024. International passenger flights have also seen a significant recovery, increasing to 6,400 per week in 2024, reaching 84% of pre-pandemic levels. The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) projects passenger traffic to hit 780 million in 2025. During the 2025 Spring Festival travel season alone, over 90.2 million passengers traveled by air.
Top Airports in China
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
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Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
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Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
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Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
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Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
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Popular Air Routes in China
Beijing (PEK) - Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA)
Remains the busiest domestic route in China, with 7.7 million seats in 2024.
Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) - Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX)
A major domestic corridor, ranking as one of the busiest with over 6.8 million seats in 2024.
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA)
Connects two major economic hubs, with over 7 million seats in 2024.
Hong Kong (HKG) - Taipei (TPE)
A consistently busy international route, with 6.8 million seats in 2024, making it the busiest international route.
Seoul (ICN) - Tokyo Narita (NRT)
While not directly to mainland China, this is a key connecting route in the East Asia region with significant passenger volume that often involves transfers to/from China.
Travel Tips for China
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Ensure you have a valid visa and your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your stay.
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Download a reliable VPN service before your trip to access blocked websites and apps like Google, Facebook, and WhatsApp.
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Set up mobile payment apps like Alipay or WeChat Pay for convenience, as China is largely a cashless society.
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Learn a few basic Mandarin phrases; it will be appreciated by locals.
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Be prepared for crowds, especially during peak seasons and public holidays. Plan and book accommodations and train tickets in advance.
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Country: China
Airports: 5
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