Business Travel · Asia
Business travel to China
China is served by 7 major airports across 5 cities, handling about 409 million passengers a year. TripDesk365 tracks every flight, hotel, car, and cruise booking for travelers, agencies, and corporate teams flying to or from China.
Major airports
7
across 5 cities
Annual passengers
~409M
combined
Currency
CNY
Chinese Yuan
Calling code
+86
from international
Airports in China
PEK · ZBAA
Beijing Capital International Airport
Beijing
3 terminals · ~100M/yr
PVG · ZSPD
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Shanghai
2 terminals · ~76M/yr
CAN · ZGGG
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Guangzhou
2 terminals · ~73M/yr
SZX · ZGSZ
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Shenzhen
1 terminal · ~53M/yr
SHA · ZSSS
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Shanghai
2 terminals · ~45M/yr
PKX · ZBAD
Beijing Daxing International Airport
Beijing
1 terminal · ~40M/yr
CTU · ZUTF
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
Chengdu
2 terminals · ~22M/yr
Top routes from China
All routes →Visa typically required for China
Most passport holders need to apply for a visa to China in advance. Requirements vary by nationality, purpose of visit, and length of stay — confirm with China's consulate or an authorized visa service. First-time applications can take several weeks to process; build buffer into your booking timeline.
This is general guidance, not legal advice. TripDesk365 surfaces this hint on every booking touching China — we don't issue or verify visas.
Frequently asked: China
Which airports serve China?
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China is served by 7 major airports: PEK (Beijing Capital International Airport), PVG (Shanghai Pudong International Airport), CAN (Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport), SZX (Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport), SHA (Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport), PKX (Beijing Daxing International Airport), CTU (Chengdu Tianfu International Airport). Combined annual passenger volume is approximately 409 million.
What is the busiest airport in China?
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The busiest airport in China is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), handling roughly 100 million passengers per year.
Which major cities in China have airports in our directory?
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Our directory covers 5 cities in China: Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Shenzhen.
What currency is used in China?
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China uses the Chinese Yuan (CNY). Verify current exchange rates close to your trip dates — many corporate cards charge a foreign-transaction fee that's worth checking against a no-FX-fee alternative.
What is the country calling code for China?
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The country calling code for China is +86. To reach a number locally from outside the country, dial +86 followed by the local number.
Can corporate travel teams in China use TripDesk365?
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Yes. TripDesk365 is a multi-tenant travel-operations platform. In-house corporate teams in China can manage employee bookings with real-time tracking and automated approvals; China-based travel agencies can run multiple corporate clients in isolated workspaces with branded itineraries.
Do travelers need a visa for China?
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China typically requires visitors to obtain a visa in advance. Requirements vary by passport — confirm with the destination country's consulate or an authorized visa service before booking. Allow several weeks for processing on first-time applications.
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