Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

ZSSS

321

Flights/Day

07:09

Local Time

Shanghai

Timezone

10ft

Elevation

Current Weather

Current Conditions

ZSSS

VFR

29°C

Clear • 10kt • 1004.00"

Observed: 22:30 UTC

VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.

Cloud Forecast

12k 8k 4k 0

08:00

Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling

FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %

TAF valid until 14:00 local time

About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao shares Pudong's typhoon exposure but is slightly more sheltered. Consistent conditions with eastern China weather patterns.

Is Shanghai Hongqiao Airport turbulent?

Hongqiao shares Shanghai's weather challenges: typhoons, summer thunderstorms, and winter fog. As China Eastern's home base, disruptions here ripple across the domestic network. Dense fog and poor visibility cause significant winter delays. The airport recently saw 175 delays and 25 cancellations in a single severe weather event.

Winter fog causes significant visibility-related delays
Shares typhoon exposure with Pudong Airport
China Eastern hub means disruptions affect national network

How does Hongqiao compare to Pudong?

Both airports face identical typhoon and weather risks since they serve the same city. Hongqiao handles more domestic traffic while Pudong handles more international flights. Weather delays at one typically affect both. During major weather events, passengers may find rebooking options limited since both airports shut down simultaneously.

When is the best time to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao?

Late autumn (October-November) and spring (March-April) offer the most stable conditions. Typhoon risk peaks July-September. Winter fog can cause visibility delays December-February. Summer monsoon brings frequent thunderstorms. Morning flights typically avoid the worst afternoon convective activity.

Is turbulence at Shanghai dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Shanghai?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

Upcoming Flights (next 2 hours) 57

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