Shanghai’s Busiest Hub: Are English Signs Clear for International Visitors?

Shanghai Hongqiao Transport Hub has become the world’s busiest integrated transport hub in terms of passenger volume. Figures show that in 2025, the hub handled a total of 422 million passengers, with a daily average exceeding 1.15 million. As China’s visa-free policy continues to be refined and expanded, passenger numbers at Hongqiao Airport—a key entry point for international travellers—have risen significantly. Are the English signs here clear enough? Let’s hear what travellers from various countries have to say in this quick Q&A.