Famous for its subtropical monsoon climate which contributes to varied seasonal sceneries, making Hangzhou one of China’s most popular travel destinations all over the year. Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang Province and also acts as a local political, economic and cultural center. Hangzhou is also known as ‘Heaven on Earth’ for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. It takes around 5 hours of flying time to travel from Singapore to Hangzhou. This will differ based on the airlines and routes taken as well. Considering Traveloka offers various airline options such as Singapore Airlines, Scoot, AirAsia, and more, you have plenty to choose from. Among the best accommodations in Hangzhou include Sheraton Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort, Four Season Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake, and Hangzhou Bokai Westlake Hotel. During your stay, you could also visit some of the best attractions there are in Hangzhou such as West Lake, Lingyin Temple, and Xixi National Wetland Park.

When is the best time to fly from Singapore to Hangzhou?

Hangzhou is generally warm and mild throughout the year, but there is a certain period of the year that is good enough to do both outdoor and/or indoor activities. The usual period where Hangzhou is open for visiting is from early September to late October. This will be the optimum period to go on a holiday here in Hangzhou. The temperature will usually varied from 1°C to 34°C and is rarely below -3°C or above 38°C. Maybe to get the best time where you are not at the peak of the holiday season in Hangzhou, you can plan a travel to Hangzhou close to the mid of September or mid of October, just before the holiday peak starts.

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What are the main airports available in Hangzhou

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) 

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is the main airport operating in Hangzhou. It is 31 km away from Hangzhou city. The trip via car or any public land transportation will take around 40 minutes from the airport to the main city. The traveling time will only differ depending on the traffic condition at the time of the travel. Some of the airport facilities you can find at the Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport include free wi-fi, ATMs, children's play areas, duty-free outlets, and food and drink concessions.

Places to stay in Hangzhou

Sheraton Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort – Sheraton Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort is a 5-star hotel located within Hangzhou city. It is 7 km away from Hangzhou city to the hotel. The distance from the airport is about 43 km. The hotel has a total of 380 rooms and suites consisting of various room types ranging from Queen Room, Twin Room, Deluxe Twin Room, Wetland Leisure Big Bed Room, and Wetland Leisure Twin Room. It is suitable for both solo and family travelers. Some of the facilities provided at the hotel include but are not limited to the all-day dining restaurant, sauna, fitness center, indoor swimming pool, health care, coffee shop, and wake-up hotel service. 

Four Season Hotel Hangzhou At West Lake – Four Season Hotel Hangzhou At West Lake is a 5-star hotel located within Hangzhou city. It is 5 km away from Hangzhou city to the hotel. The distance from the airport is about 34 km. The hotel has a total of 78 rooms and suites consisting of various room types ranging from Garden View Room, Panoramic Courtyard Room, Lotus Suite, President’s Three-Bedroom Residence, Governor’s Two Bedroom Mansion, and Lakeview Villa. It is suitable for both solo and family travelers. Some of the facilities provided at the hotel include but are not limited to the Sands Room, West Lake Restaurant, Lobby Lounge, The Spa, Wedding Banquet, Ballroom, and Yunsong Hall. 

Hangzhou Bokai Westlake Hotel – Hangzhou Bokai Westlake Hotel is a 3-star hotel located within Hangzhou city. It is 4 km away from Hangzhou city to the hotel. The distance from the airport is about 28 km. The hotel has various room types ranging from Group Twin Room, King Guest Room, Family Loft, Superior Double Room, and Deluxe Top Floor Twin Room. It is suitable for both solo and family travelers. Some of the facilities provided at the hotel include but are not limited to free parking, restaurants, and free wi-fi in the room.

Highlights in Hangzhou

West Lake – West Lake is a freshwater lake in Hangzhou, China. It is divided into five sections by three causeways. There are numerous temples, pagodas, gardens, and natural/artificial islands within the lake. West Lake has influenced poets and painters throughout Chinese history for its natural beauty and historic relics, and it has also been among the most important sources of inspiration for Chinese garden designers. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to West Lake. West Lake is just 4 km away from Hangzhou city and 30 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 15 minutes to drive from Hangzhou city to West Lake and around 40 minutes from the airport. 

Lingyin Temple – Lingyin Temple is a Buddhist temple located northwest of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. The temple's name is commonly translated as Temple of the Soul's Retreat. It is one of the largest and wealthiest Buddhist temples in China and contains numerous pagodas and Buddhist grottoes. The monastery is the largest of several temples in the Wulin Mountains, which also features many grottos and religious rock carvings, the most famous of which is the Feilai Feng. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Lingyin Temple. Lingyin Temple is just 10 km away from Hangzhou city and 40 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 30 minutes to drive from Hangzhou city to Lingyin Temple and around 1 hour from the airport. 

Xixi National Wetland Park – Xixi National Wetland Park is the first and only wetland park in China combining urban life, farming, and culture. Xixi National Wetland Park has not only broad open views but also a variety of water views. The natural and human landscapes in Xixi National Wetland Park are grouped into three causeways and ten sights. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Xixi National Wetland Park. Xixi National Wetland Park is just 10 km away from Hangzhou city and 40 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 30 minutes to drive from Hangzhou city to Xixi National Wetland Park and around 1 hour from the airport. Xixi National Wetland Park opens daily from 7.30 am to 6.30 pm. The entrance fee is CNY80 for adults and CNY40 for children between 1.2m – 1.5m in height. 

Travel tips to Hangzhou

Be Flexible with Your Travel Plans 

Planning is a good way to go traveling, be it domestically or internationally, but don’t disregard the fact that things can and most likely would not go as planned. This could either be due to suddenly the activity you want to do is unavailable or if more logistical issues force you to think of other ways to do things. Keep in mind that plan is a good base, but when you are traveling and there are a lot of external factors involved, it will be a different kind of adventure. 

Learn Few Local Words to Blend In 

This will come in handy when you are traveling to a place where English is not their first, second, or only language at all. It is best to learn some local words that can help you through the trip, especially in terms of direction, transportation, medical, and such. Plus, it will open a ton of network opportunities with the locals to be able to be among them. You will be able to make friends and discover some hidden gems you never thought you would find. 

Less is Best when Traveling 

We are not going minimalist here, but minimalism can help you get more things done. To determine how many you should bring with you, you should always go back to the question of where and what. Where are you going? What will you be doing? This will bring you back to consider if you do a lot of walking, then it is best to bring something you are comfortable with. The key example is to wear your everyday clothes because you know what you are comfortable with to go about your day. Don’t overthink too much in a “just in case” situation because that is the number one trap to bring more with you and in the end, it will just make your bag heavier with things you can either reuse or get easier there.

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