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.
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″.
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.
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.
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.