Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport overview

Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) is the main air gateway for the Chaoshan region of eastern Guangdong, China. It serves three neighbouring cities: Jieyang, Shantou and Chaozhou. The airport opened on 15 December 2011, taking over commercial flights from the old Shantou Waisha Airport, which is why it kept the IATA code SWA. Its ICAO code is ZGOW.

Location: between Jieyang, Shantou and Chaozhou

The site was chosen near the middle of the three cities, in the towns of Paotai and Denggang in Jiedong District, Jieyang. Approximate road distances are:

• about 22 km to Jieyang
• about 24 km to Chaozhou
• about 28.5 km to Shantou

Terminal and facilities at Jieyang Chaoshan Airport

Passengers use a single terminal for both domestic and international flights, with jet bridges at the gates. Facilities include:

• restaurants in the departure and arrival halls
• duty-free shopping for international passengers
• VIP lounges
• banking services and a medical clinic
• self-service check-in machines

Airlines and routes from Chaoshan

Most flights are domestic, connecting the region with major Chinese cities. Carriers include China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air China and Spring Airlines, alongside several regional airlines. International and regional routes have included Bangkok, Singapore and Hong Kong. Route lists change often, so check the current schedule for your destination.

Getting from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport to the cities

Rail is a handy option. Jieyang Airport Station, on the Meizhou–Shantou high-speed line, is a short walk from the terminal, and trains reach Chaoshan Station in a few minutes for wider connections. Other choices:

• Airport express buses to Shantou, Chaozhou and Jieyang, timed to flights
• Metered taxis from the rank outside arrivals

What to see around Shantou and Chaozhou

Chaozhou's old town, with its restored streets and the historic Guangji Bridge, is a favourite day out. Shantou has a port-city character and old arcaded streets. The whole area is known for Chaoshan cuisine, especially beef hotpot and gongfu tea.

Travel tips for Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport

Confirm which city your hotel is in, because journey times differ. International passengers should bring a valid passport and any visa needed for China. Rail tickets on the high-speed line require your passport number, so book with the same details.

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