Air China international transit: PVG vs PEK

I am considering getting flight tickets from Europe to Japan with Air China, and I can pretty much choose whether to transit at Beijing (PEK) or Shanghai (PVG). Are there any practical advantages of one over the other regarding transfer procecures, customs/immigration, luggage check-through, ...?

All flights would be on one ticket issued by CA, will all flights operated by CA as well.

Best Answer

PEK is working overload this year, meaning there is a lot of congestion at PEK. Assuming that the prices are similar, I would choose PVG as the lines are much shorter. If flying into PKX (Beijing Daxing International Airport) is an option, then PKX would be the best option as you would have less walking to do between transfers and since it is newer, you get fast WiFi and good modern technology. It has very short lines and the flights from LHR to PKX to Japan are shorter than those at PVG.

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Can you transit through Beijing airport?

Passengers transiting via Beijing Capital International Airport can apply for this free transit permit after arrival. 2. There is a special counter/lane for the 72-hour free transit at the immigration, so passengers can go there directly by following the signs.

Can you transit in Shanghai?

2) Citizens holding passports issued by the following countries are exempted from a visa if transiting through Shanghai and staying for no more than 48 hours in Shanghai.

Does Air China fly to Hong Kong?

$456 Air China Cheap Flights from Beijing to Hong Kong. Leaving from Beijing, China (PEK-Capital Intl.) Going to Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR (HKG-Hong Kong Intl.)

Is Air China still operating?

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