Layover in Wenzhou (WNZ)

Wenzhou Longwan International Airport (WNZ). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.

Plan my Wenzhou layover

About Wenzhou

Wenzhou is a city in Zhejiang Province. Wenzhou is not on many China tour itineraries and despite being a Chinese cultural hotspot, it is not the most foreigner friendly of cities. However, there are plenty of things to do and see should you find yourself with time on your hands in Wenzhou.

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How much time can you use?

After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.

LayoverDomestic arrivalInternational arrival
4 hoursStay at the airportHead straight to your gate
6 hoursAbout 3h 23m in the cityAbout 1h 48m in the city
8 hoursAbout 5h 23m in the cityAbout 3h 48m in the city
12 hoursAbout 9h 23m in the cityAbout 7h 48m in the city

Getting into Wenzhou

About 31m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 18 km (11 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.

Questions

Can I leave the airport on a layover in Wenzhou?

On a domestic connection, you need roughly 5 hours or more to get into Wenzhou and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.

How do I get from WNZ to central Wenzhou?

Allow about 31m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 18 km (11 mi) from the airport.

How early should I head back to WNZ?

Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.

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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.