Zhanjiang Guangdong, China Travel Guide
Zhanjiang Wuchua Flight center (ZJJ) is the new airport serving Zhanjiang, operational since March 2022. Located ~32km NE of the city center.
International travelers typically fly into Guangzhou (CAN), Shenzhen (SZX), or Hong Kong (HKG), then connect via domestic flight or high-speed rail to Zhanjiang.
Flight prices higher during Chinese New Year, National Day (Oct 1-7), summer vacation (Jul-Aug). Book in advance. Dollar Flight Club for deals.
Zhanjiang Wuchuan Airport offers modern facilities, dining options, shops (duty-free), lounges.
Shuttle buses connect ZJJ to city points. Taxis & Didi available. Approx. 40-60 min to city center.
144-hour Transit Without Visa at Guangzhou (CAN) for certain nationalities.
Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY). Mobile payments (WeChat Pay, Alipay) are dominant.
Mandarin is official. Cantonese widely spoken. English limited outside tourist areas.
Zhanjiang West Railway Station is the main HSR hub. It connects to Guangzhou (~3-3.5 hours), Shenzhen, Nanning, and other cities.
Zhanjiang features various long-distance bus stations (e.g., Zhanjiang Passenger Transport Terminal, Xiashan Bus Station). They offer connections throughout Guangdong and neighboring provinces.
International Driving Permits (IDPs) not recognized. Foreigners a temporary or full Chinese driving license to operate a vehicle.
Major highways generally good. Traffic can be heavy in urban areas. Aggressive road behavior common. Use public transport or ride-sharing if unfamiliar.
Zhanjiang Port mainly cargo, but passenger ferries connect to isles. Ferries going to Hainan Island from Xuwen Port (Zhanjiang prefecture).
Domestic ferry services: standard ID checks. International arrivals (rare): full immigration procedures. Zhanjiang is not a major international cruise port.
Ferries from Xuwen Port to Hainan Island. Book vehicle space in advance during holidays. Consider DiscoverCars.com for car rental in Hainan.
Ferry terminals, specifically Xuwen Port, connected by local buses and taxis to nearest towns and train stations.
No specific departure taxes. Arrive at ZJJ 1.5-2 hrs for domestic flights; 30-45 min for HSR. Double-check schedules.
No specific departure taxes apply for international or domestic flights from China. The cost of any applicable taxes is usually included in your flight ticket price.
Zhanjiang Wuchuan Airport offers a range of facilities for departing travelers, including waiting areas, dining options, and shops.
Stations provide waiting rooms, restaurants, convenience stores.
Older Zhanjiang Train Station mainly serves conventional trains.
Long-distance bus stations cater to regional departures.
Double-check your flight or train schedule the day before departure for any last-minute changes or delays. Use official apps or websites for precise information.
