If you're tired of sleeping on airport benches, there's good news at Pudong airport which is adding sleep pods for overnight and transit passengers.

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is set to upgrade its services by adding sleep pods and shower facilities in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Installation work is expected to be completed by the second quarter.

Key features

1. Sleep pods

Locations: Near Gate 24 (T1 International Departures) and Gate 67 (T2 International Departures)

Availability: Each area will have 10-20 pods

Price: 65 yuan (about $9) per hour or 333 yuan per night

2. Free shower

Locations:

- T1: International transfer and arrival areas

- T2: International to domestic transfer and international arrival corridors

Availability: 11 shower rooms in total

Facilities: Free hair dryers and other amenities

Current services for overnight and early travelers

Pudong International Airport

Free rest zones

Locations:

- T2 Domestic South (Gate C92)

- S1 Domestic (Gate H105)

- S2 International Departures (Gate G148)

Features: Sofas, recliners, charging ports and free access for all passengers

Night dining and convenience

Dining: 127 stores open from 10 pm to early morning, covering all terminal areas

24/7 stores: 13 convenience stores open all day

Supplies: 28 shops offering essentials such as diapers, hygiene products and masks

Vending machines: 56 self-service machines throughout the terminals

Internet access

- Free airport-wide Wi-Fi

- Passport photo-based internet login for foreign travelers without SIM cards

Additional hotel options

Current hotel: Airport Hotel (498-865 yuan per night)

Coming soon:

- Holiday Inn (Opening May 2025): 782-1,610 yuan per night

- Overnight hotel at T2 Departures (Opening October 2025): From 500 yuan per night

Hongqiao International Airport

While Hongqiao airport closes its terminals during non-operating hours, it offers seven free overnight rest areas for early travelers. Facilities include seating, hot water, restrooms, internet and 24-hour dining at T2 arrivals.

Source: Shanghai Observer