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These are the 10 Busiest airports in China for February 2025

China is one of the global powerhouses and is ranked fifteenth in the list of nations with the highest number of airports. Some of the routes served in China have also made it to the list of the busiest domestic routes in the world for 2024 as well as the busiest domestic routes for February 2025. But airports in China rank among the busiest in this nation? Let’s find out.

10.Beijing Daxing International Airport

Airport code  PKX
2025 passenger activity 2,268,911
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity -0.2%
Upper View of Beijing Daxing International Airport
Photo: Siyuwj|Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of PKX Airport are:

Features Details
Sustainability 10% renewable energy, solar farms, rainwater collection, geothermal heating
Technology Facial recognition, RFID baggage tracking, AI-powered inquiry robots
Phoenix-Shaped Terminal Inspired by traditional Chinese architecture with six arms extending from the center.
Largest Single-Terminal Structure Covers 700,000m², designed for efficient passenger movement.
Optimized Emergency Exits 29 emergency egress stairs to reduce evacuation distance and prevent congestion.

9.Chengdu Tianfu International Airport

Airport code  TFU
2025 passenger activity 2,476,209
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -3.6%

upper view of TFU Airport taken from Drone

Photo: FATIII Aviation |Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of TFU Airport are:

Features Details
Largest civil airport Built under China’s 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-2020)
Dual-airport city Chengdu became the 3rd Chinese city with two international airports
Runway capacity 4F-level runway (4,000m × 75m) for large aircraft
High-tech integration Over 30 new technologies installed
Future expansion Planned to handle 120 million passengers annually

8. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Airport code  SHA
2025 passenger activity 2,123,008
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -3.0%

Aerial view of Hongqiao Airport

Photo: Yuezhi_Huang|Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of SHA Airport are as follows:

Features Details
Two-Terminal System T1 serves mainly domestic and select international flights (Japan & Korea), while T2 handles major domestic carriers.
High Passenger Capacity Expansion increased capacity to 40 million passengers and 1 million tons of cargo annually.
Advanced Transport Links Connected to Shanghai Metro (Lines 2 & 10), Maglev (planned), and taxi services.
Modern Runways Two runways: 3,400m and 3,300m, accommodating large aircraft like the A380.
Smart Facilities Free high-speed WiFi, automated flight info displays, and extensive terminal amenities.

7. Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

 

Airport code  CKG
2025 passenger activity 2,124,838
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -2.9%
Terminal 3 of Chongqing Jiang Bei Airport
Photo: Juukeihc |Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features which are available in CKG Airport are :

Features Details
High Passenger & Cargo Capacity Served 44.8 million passengers and handled 412,000 tons of cargo in 2019.
Smart Technology Integration Features intelligent face recognition, self-service customs clearance, baggage tracking system, and robot assistants.
Cultural Experience & Ambiance Showcases Chongqing’s history and traditions with digital displays, hand-drawn maps, and cultural events.
Eco-Friendly & Comfortable Design Garden-style waiting areas, real-time monitoring of temperature, humidity, and air quality for passenger comfort.
Recognized for Customer Service Awarded “Best Environment and Ambience in Asia-Pacific” and “Best Customer Service in Asia-Pacific” for two consecutive years.

6. Xi’an Xianyang International Airport

 

Airport code  XIY
2025 passenger activity 2,182,576
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -4.3%
Terminal of XIY Airport
Photo: shimin|Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of XIY are:

Features Details
Terminal Expansion 50,000 sqm expansion to accommodate increased passengers
Passenger Facilities New boarding bridges, air conditioning systems, and baggage handling upgrades
Economic Significance Aims to boost regional economy and establish a hub for Western China
Financing Loan from Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)
Future Vision Part of China’s five-year plan to develop a hub-and-spoke system

 5. Kunming Changshui International Airport

 

Airport code  KMG
2025 passenger activity 2,267,138
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -6.0%
Arrival Lounge of KMG International Airport
Photo: නිපුන දොඩන්තැන්න|Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of KMG Airport are: 

Features Details
Passenger Capacity 38 million annually (long-term: 80 million)
Cargo Capacity 950,000 tons per year
Airlines 17 major airlines, including China Eastern Yunnan, China Southern, Thai Airways, and Korean Air
Airport Standard 4F (handles Airbus A380)
Terminals Terminal 1 in operation, Terminal 2 expected by 2020

4.Shanghai Pudong International Airport

 

Airport code  PVG
2025 passenger activity 2,240,605
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -4.0%
Aerial View of Shanghai Pudong airport
Photo: Yuezhi_Huang|Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of PVG airport are: 

Features Details
Departure Control System Uses IBM hardware, SITA CUTE system for seat assignment and boarding
Technology IBM Netfinity servers, OS/2 operating system, 366 workstations
Baggage Handling SITA’s baggage enterprise system for baggage reconciliation
Online Booking System  First in China to meet international standards, ensuring secure transactions
Key Developers China Eastern Airlines, IBM (China), Siemens, Fujitsu, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Unisys

3.Beijing Capital International Airport

 

Airport code  PEK
2025 passenger activity 2,741,756
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -2.6%
An aerial view of Beijing Capital International Airport from a Boeing 777-300.
Photo: Calvin411|Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of PEK Airport are:

Features Details
Technology & Services Free unlimited WiFi, charging lockers, internet services, business centers, postal services
Passenger Amenities Nursing rooms, children’s play area, dressing rooms, luggage storage, baggage carts, rest zones
Top Airlines Air China, China Southern, China Eastern, Emirates, Lufthansa, American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, etc.
Top Destinations Bangkok, Dubai, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Moscow, Singapore, Tokyo Haneda, Toronto, etc.
Total Terminals 3 (T1, T2, T3)

2. Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport

 

Airport code  SZX
2025 passenger activity 2,776,848
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -5.1%
Railway station of Shenzhen Airport
Photo: Junyi Lou |Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of SZX airport are :

Features Details
Multi-Modal Connectivity Only airport in China integrating air, land, and sea transport. Connects flights with local ferries, express buses to Hong Kong & Macau.
Hub & Focus City Hub for Shenzhen Airlines; Focus city for China Southern Airlines.
New Terminal 3 (T3) Designed by Italian architects Fuksas; Geometric glass structure; Handles Airbus A380s.
Air-Sea Express Offers seamless flight & TurboJET ferry tickets to Hong Kong/Macau. Includes baggage transfer
Shuttle & Remote Terminals 22 remote terminals in Shenzhen, Dongguan, Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and beyond.

1.Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

Airport code  CAN
2025 passenger activity 2,818,226
2024 vs 2025 passenger activity  -17.3%
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Terminal 2
Photo: Jacky Cheung |Wikimedia Commons

Some of the unique features of CAN Airport are :

Features Details
Passenger Capacity 80+ million annually (by 2010)
Hub for China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines
Expansion Plan Multi-phase expansion until 2010
Cargo Capacity 2.5 million tons annually (by 2010)
Distance from City 28 km (17.4 miles) from downtown Guangzhou
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