Effective from 00:00 on May 8, 2025, counters F01-F18 located at Check-in Island F in Terminal 2 will undergo renovation and be temporarily closed for service.
During this period:
• First and business class passengers, along with Platinum, Gold, and Silver Card members of China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines, are advised to proceed to Check-in Island C.
• Passengers traveling to Chongqing, Xi'an, or Kunming with China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines should use counters A01-A07.
• Passengers of Hainan Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Lucky Air, and Tibet Airlines should use counters E14-E18.
Please be aware that the specific counter assignments are subject to possible on-site adjustments by the respective airlines. The reopening schedule will be communicated separately. Thank you for your cooperation!
The Shanghai Airport Authority (SAA) recently held the 2025 Air Connectivity Conference.
The event brought together over 150 industry leaders from nearly 50 domestic and international hub airports to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in aviation connectivity.
In the ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East 2024 rankings released at the conference, the Shanghai Pudong International Airport was named the top airport for connectivity in the Asia-Pacific region. Dubai Airport received the same honor for the Middle East region.
In his opening remarks, Wang Weiren, deputy secretary-general of the Shanghai Municipal People's Government, emphasized Shanghai's commitment to developing a world-class international shipping center that is convenient, efficient, and environmentally sustainable. He outlined Shanghai's goal of enhancing its role as an aviation hub, improving service quality, and fostering economic growth through increased connectivity.
Zhang Junping, director of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) East China Regional Administration, highlighted China's civil aviation strategy aimed at enhancing global connectivity and supporting the "Air Silk Road". He stressed the importance of cooperation in achieving a more interconnected and efficient global aviation network.
Stefano Baronci, director general of ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East, noted the significant role of the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions in the global aviation market, with projected passenger growth expected to be the highest globally. He emphasized the importance of policy and practice exchanges to capitalize on connectivity opportunities and promote industry prosperity.
Feng Xin, chairman of Shanghai Airport Authority, expressed SAA's commitment to enhancing global connectivity and supporting regional economic development.
Last year, Shanghai's airports handled over 1.24 billion passengers and ranked second globally in cargo throughput, with an international aviation hub network that covers 291 destinations in 48 countries.