Long layover or dawn departure? Where to sleep, nap and shower at Shanghai Pudong.
Getting real rest at Shanghai Pudong is easier than it used to be. The airport runs around the clock and now has dedicated overnight rest areas, sleeping pods, free showers and hotels.
Where you can sleep depends on your terminal, whether you have cleared security and immigration, and how much privacy you want. Here is every option, from free reclining seats to a proper bed.
8
rest zones
1,000+
rest seats
11
free showers
24/7
airport
请勿打扰
Do not disturb
Zzz… boarding in a few hours
Where Should You Sleep? It Depends on Your Time
Choose your layover length
Use a free rest zone or a quiet seat near your gate.
Book a sleep pod near Gates 24–26 (T1) or 64–67 (T2).
A sleep pod or an hourly room at the hotel inside T2 gives better comfort.
The hotel inside T2 or an airport-area hotel if you can enter China; Juneyao passengers can use the overnight lounge with sleep pods.
Where Can You Sleep? Terminal by Terminal
T1 links to S1; T2 links to S2
Terminal 1
- Free rest areas with reclining and padded seats
- International sleep pods near Gates 24–26
- Free showers near Gate 18, international arrivals
- Rest facilities in the international-to-domestic transfer area
Terminal 2
- Free reclining seats near the domestic mixed-flow area
- Sleep pods near Gates 64–67, international departures
- Free showers in international arrival and transfer areas
- A hotel inside the terminal
- Lounges, including an overnight lounge with sleep pods for Juneyao passengers
Satellite S1
- Free overnight rest areas
- Charging points and seating
- VIP Lounge No.135 (international), 06:00–23:00
Satellite S2
- Free overnight rest areas
- Seating and charging
- VIP Lounge No.170 (international), 06:00–23:00
Free Sleeping Spots at Pudong
Eight dedicated overnight rest zones
On a budget? You don't need a hotel or pod. Pudong has eight dedicated overnight rest zones with more than 1,000 resting places and charging points, including reclining sofas and grouped seating.
International departure rest areas
Access: Airside, after security and departure formalities
Features: Seating, reclining options and charging nearby
Best for: Late-night or early international flights
Domestic arrivals rest area
Access: Public area
Features: Dedicated seating and nearby amenities
Best for: Arriving passengers waiting for onward travel
International transfer rest area
Access: International-to-domestic transfer area, if eligible
Features: Rest facilities and services
Best for: Transit passengers in the transfer process
Domestic mixed-flow rest zone
Access: Follow the domestic passenger facility signs
Features: Reclining sofas, seating and charging points
Best for: Domestic passengers and long waits
International departure rest areas
Access: Airside, after security and immigration
Features: Dedicated rest seats and nearby facilities
Best for: Overnight international connections
Dedicated rest areas
Access: S1 domestic departure and arrival areas
Features: Seating and charging
Best for: Passengers with S1 gates
International departure rest areas
Access: After the required departure checks
Features: Seating and charging nearby
Best for: International passengers flying from S2
Sleep Pods and Pay-per-Hour Cabins
Privacy for a 2–4 hour wait
Sleep pods · Terminal 1
24 hoursLocation: International departures, around Gates 24–26
Features: Reclining sofa, adjustable lighting, air filtration, charging and comfort items in an enclosed cabin
Sleep pods · Terminal 2
24 hoursLocation: International departures, around Gates 64–67
Features: Reclining sofa, ventilation, reading lights, charging and tablets on some units
Reference prices (CNY)
35
30 min
65
1 h
95
1.5 h
125
2 h
185
3 h
~299
8 h
Prices and packages may change.
How to use a pod
Free Showers at Pudong
11 free shower rooms in T1 and T2
International arrivals, near Gate 18
Reported to open 24 hours; ideal after a long-haul flight.
International-to-domestic transfer hall
For eligible passengers connecting to domestic flights.
International arrivals, D69 bridge
For passengers arriving on international flights.
International arrivals, D83 bridge
For travellers arriving on international flights.
Bring your own
Airport Lounges at Pudong
Food, quiet seating and, overnight, sleep pods
For a calmer wait with food and comfortable seating, a lounge beats the public terminal. Most of these lounges open from 06:00 to 23:00; for late-night and early-morning travellers, the Juneyao Airlines 72nd VIP Lounge in T2 opens overnight and has private sleep pods.
First Class Lounge No.39
T1 · International
06:00–23:00
Near Departure Gate 18, after passport control and security.
Juneyao Airlines 72nd VIP Lounge
OvernightT2 · Juneyao passengers
18:00–06:00
Upstairs near Gate D73. Exclusively for Juneyao Airlines passengers.
VIP Lounge No.69
T2 · International
06:00–23:00
Upper floor near Gate 69; follow the signs after security.
VIP Lounge No.135
S1 · International
06:00–23:00
4th floor near Gate 135. After security in T1, take the MRT to the satellite and the lift up.
VIP Lounge No.170
S2 · International
06:00–23:00
4th floor. After security and passport control in T2, take the escalator down at Gate D79 to the MRT, then the lift up.
Airport Hotels at Pudong
For layovers of six to eight hours or more
For longer layovers, a proper bed, private bathroom and quiet room are hard to beat. Pudong has a hotel inside T2 and several more within walking distance or a short shuttle ride.
Hotel inside Terminal 2
Inside T2T2, floors 6 and 7; entrance on floor 4 via the escalator behind Check-in Row G.
- 82 rooms with Sealy mattresses
- Hourly and overnight stays
- Restaurant and grab-and-go food
- Pay-per-use showers and luggage storage
- About 3 minutes from departure security
Landside: transit passengers must be eligible to enter China.
Hotel between T1 and T2
Between T1 and T2In the airport area between the two terminals, reachable on foot.
- Full hotel rooms
- Easy access to both terminals
- Good for overnight stays
Hotel near the terminals
Near the terminalsAn airport-area hotel with covered walkways to the terminals.
- Comfortable private rooms
- Restaurant and hotel services
- Good for families and business travellers
Airport-area hotel with shuttle
Airport areaOutside the terminals with shuttle arrangements.
- Private rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
Tips for Sleeping at Pudong
Small things for a better night
Pack a warm layer
Air conditioning runs all night; bring a hoodie or light blanket.
Block out light and noise
Eye mask, earplugs, headphones and a travel pillow make a big difference.
Charge safely
Use rest-zone outlets, but never leave your phone unattended.
Keep valuables close
Passport and wallet on you, case locked, carry-on within reach.
Smoking and lighters
Only in designated areas; China has strict rules on lighters and matches at security.
Keep your boarding pass handy
You may need it to move between areas or board.
Mind the satellite gates
Allow time to get from your rest area to an S1 or S2 gate.
Pudong Sleeping Options at a Glance
Every option in one table
| Option | Terminal | Type | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight rest zones | T1, T2, S1, S2 | Free | 1,000+ resting places in eight zones |
| International departure rest areas | T1 & T2 | Free | Seating and charging |
| Domestic mixed-flow rest zone | T2 | Free | Reclining seats |
| Sleep pods | T1 & T2 | Pay per hour | Private cabins with lighting and charging |
| Free shower rooms | T1 & T2 | Free | 11 rooms in arrival and transfer areas |
| First Class Lounge No.39 | T1 | Lounge | International, 06:00–23:00 |
| Juneyao Airlines 72nd VIP Lounge | T2 | Lounge | Overnight 18:00–06:00, sleep pods |
| VIP Lounges No.69, 135 and 170 | T2, S1, S2 | Lounge | International, 06:00–23:00 |
| Hotel inside T2 | T2 | Hotel / hourly | Private rooms inside the terminal |
| Hotel between T1 and T2 | Between T1 & T2 | Hotel | Convenient full hotel |
| Hotel near the terminals | Airport area | Hotel | Terminal access |
| Airport-area hotel | Airport area | Hotel | Shuttle options |
Sleep Well at Pudong
Pudong has made big improvements for overnight passengers. Whether you choose a free reclining seat, a private sleep pod or a hotel room, plan around your terminal and immigration status, and you will get the rest you need before your next flight.
