What is the tower frequency at ZSSS?

The tower frequency at Hongqiao is 118.1 MHz.

Does ZSSS require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Hongqiao (China).

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Hongqiao

Hongqiao (ZSSS/SHA) serves Shanghai, China. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (18L/36R, 18R/36L). Field elevation is 10 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: ZSSS
Name: Hongqiao
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 31.198105
Longitude: 121.334259
Elevation: 10 ft
Country: China
Municipality: Shanghai
IATA Code: SHA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
Distance from City: 13.4 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 18L/36R

Designation: 18L/36R
Dimensions: 11154 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18R/36L

Designation: 18R/36L
Dimensions: 10826 X 197
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.600 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 132.250 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: CAAC East China Regional Administration; CAAC slot coordination.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Approx CNY 26/ton MTOW for international
Parking Fee: CNY 11/ton per 4h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: CNY
Remarks: City-centre airport. Primarily domestic and select short-haul international (Japan, Korea, Taiwan). Fees per CAAC tariff.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by CNAF. Into-plane service at both terminals.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: CIQ at Terminal 1 for international flights. Limited international routes. APIS required.

Restrictions

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Remarks: Curfew 23:00-06:00 local. Heavily slot-constrained. CAAC slot coordination mandatory. International services limited.

Alternates

ZSPD

ICAO: ZSPD
Name: Pudong
Distance (NM): 24.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminals 1, 2, and Satellite. 144-hour visa-free transit available. APIS required.

ZSHC

ICAO: ZSHC
Name: Xiaoshan
Distance (NM): 74.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at international airports. APIS required. 72/144-hour transit visa exemption at some airports.

Airport Services

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China Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 5d Landing: 10d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 96 hours (4 working days) minimum
Landing Lead Time: 5 working days (minimum), regardless of flight type

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAC permit and PLA (military) clearance. Very restrictive, 10-15 days processing typical.

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Nearby Airports

ZSPD Pudong 24 NM ZSSZ Suzhou Guangfu Airport 48 NM ZSWX Sunan Shuofang International Airport 50 NM ZSNT Nantong Xingdong International Airport 56 NM ZSHC Xiaoshan 74 NM ZSRG Rugao Air Base 77 NM ZSNB Ningbo Lishe International Airport 83 NM ZSCG Changzhou Benniu International Airport 91 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at ZSSS?: The tower frequency at Hongqiao is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at ZSSS?: Hongqiao offers Jet A-1.
Does ZSSS require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Hongqiao (China).
Does ZSSS require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Hongqiao.

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