Changsha travel guide

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You're Going to Love Changsha

With a population of 3.09 million, Changsha is the largest city in Hunan, China by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Changsha has to offer.

When to visit Changsha

Changsha in July
Estimated hotel price
$49
1 night at 3-star hotel
Changsha in July
Estimated hotel price
$49
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Changsha in July, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 8.3″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Changsha, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Changsha

Plane

When flying to Changsha, you’ll arrive at Changsha Huanghua Intl (CSX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Changsha from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 20h 35m.

Train

Located 2 miles from the city center, Changsha is the busiest station in Changsha. Another popular train station is Changsha Changsha South Railway Station, located 7 miles from the center.

Plane

When flying to Changsha, you’ll arrive at Changsha Huanghua Intl (CSX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Changsha from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 20h 35m.

Train

Located 2 miles from the city center, Changsha is the busiest station in Changsha. Another popular train station is Changsha Changsha South Railway Station, located 7 miles from the center.

Airports near Changsha

Airlines serving Changsha

KLM
Good (844 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,576 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,986 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,004 reviews)
Finnair
Good (854 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (931 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (59 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
Air China
Good (34 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (271 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (551 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,766 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (493 reviews)
XiamenAir
Good (28 reviews)
Scoot
Good (251 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (315 reviews)
Juneyao Airlines
Good (2 reviews)
Thai AirAsia
Good (149 reviews)
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Where to stay in Changsha

Average rates range from around $41 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $93 and up for a 5-star experience.

Most popular hotel in Changsha by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Changsha

Most booked hotels in Changsha

Modena by Fraser Changsha
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 271 reviews)
$43+
Four Points by Sheraton Changsha, Meixi Lake
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 20 reviews)
$77+
Sheraton Changsha Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 29 reviews)
$106+
Kempinski Hotel Changsha
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, 12 reviews)
$99+
Intercontinental Changsha
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 24 reviews)
$132+

Renting a car in Changsha

Renting a car in Changsha costs $37 per day, on average, or $183 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $4.58 per gallon in Changsha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.96 and $73.29.

Renting a car in Changsha costs $37 per day, on average, or $183 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $4.58 per gallon in Changsha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.96 and $73.29.