Nanning Wuxu International Airport Guide: Best Ways to Get to Downtown Nanning

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese independent traveler who loves exploring lesser-known places across China and around the world on a budget. Over the years, I’ve spent a lot of time figuring out airport transfers, overnight layovers, cheap transportation routes, and practical local travel tips that most tourists never hear about. In this Nanning Wuxu International Airport guide, I’ll help you quickly understand how to get from Nanning Airport to downtown, where to eat, how to transfer, payment options, tax refunds, and useful airport facilities. This guide is especially helpful for first-time visitors to Guangxi, budget travelers in China, and anyone transiting through Nanning.

Nanning Wuxu International Airport Overview

• Airport Code:NNG
• Address: No.1 Airport Avenue, Wuxu Town, Jiangnan District, Nanning (Apple Maps/Amap)
• Distance from Downtown Nanning: 27 KM
• Terminal Information:
  • Terminal 2: Currently, Nanning Wuxu International Airport operates only one terminal for both domestic and international flights. The terminal covers 189,000 square meters and opened in 2014.

4 Best Ways from Nanning Wuxu International Airport to Downtown Nanning

Since there is currently no direct Nanning Metro connection to Nanning Airport, I usually recommend taking the airport shuttle bus first. Even late at night, airport buses still run to downtown Nanning, and afterward, you can transfer to the metro system to reach other parts of the city. However, if you prefer a faster and more comfortable option, the train is honestly the best choice, especially if your destination is Nanning Railway Station.

1. How to Take the Airport Shuttle Bus from Nanning Wuxu International Airport to Downtown Nanning?

• Location: Outside Gate 6 on the first floor
• Ticket Price: 20 CNY
• Travel Time: About 60 minutes
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes
• Operating Hours: Airport Bus Line 1 to downtown runs from 8:00 AM until the last arriving flight.
• Popular Airport Bus Routes
  • Line 1: Goes to Nanning Railway Station and stops at Nahong Interchange Station and Nanning Hotel.
  • Line 3: Goes to Nanning Zoo and passes Guangxi University.
  • Line 4: Goes to Nanning East Railway Station and passes Nanning MixC Mall.

How to Buy Tickets

• Buy tickets at the airport shuttle ticket counter or self-service ticket machines. Cash, WeChat Pay, and Alipay are accepted.
• You can also buy tickets through the official WeChat account.

2. How to Take the Train from Nanning Wuxu International Airport to Downtown Nanning?

• Location: Basement Level 1 of the Ground Transportation Center (GTC). After landing, it usually takes around 10 minutes to walk to the train station.
• Stations: Nanning Airport Station (Wuxu Airport) – Nanning Railway Station (Nanning), Nanning East Railway Station (Nanningdong)
• Price: 15 to 20 CNY
• Travel Time: About 15 minutes
• Operating Hours: Around 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
• Train Schedule & Tickets:Click here to check schedules and buy tickets

How to Buy Tickets

• Online: Use the official 12306 app or third-party booking platforms.
  • Online Booking:Click here to buy tickets
• Offline: Buy tickets from ticket machines or staffed ticket counters at the station.

3. How to Take a Taxi from Nanning Wuxu International Airport to Downtown Nanning?

• Location: Follow the airport signs after leaving the terminal building
• Price: About 80 CNY
• Travel Time: Around 40 minutes
• Operating Hours: 24 hours

4. How to Take a Ride-Hailing Car from Nanning Wuxu International Airport to Downtown Nanning?

You can book a ride using Alipay or DiDi Ride-Hailing.

• Location: Follow the airport signs after exiting the terminal
• Price: About 50 CNY
• Travel Time: Around 40 minutes
• Operating Hours: 24 hours

Nanning Wuxu International Airport Guide

Tax Refund

• Tax Refund Requirements
  • The total amount of tax-refundable items purchased by the same overseas traveler in the same tax refund store on the same day must reach 500 RMB;
  • The departure date must be within 90 days of the purchase date;
• Tax Refund Amount: The tax refund rate is 13% of the invoice amount (including VAT), and 11% is refunded to overseas travelers.
• Tax Refund Process:
  • Before security check, complete customs inspection and verification by following the airport signs.
  • After security check, follow the airport signs marked “Departure Tax Refund TAX FREE”.
• More Tax Refund Information: <China Tax Refund Guide>

Payment App Assistance Counter (Payment Service Center for International Travelers)

To make mobile payments in China easier for international travelers, Nanning Wuxu International Airport Terminal 2 has a dedicated payment service counter that helps visitors download and use Chinese payment apps like WeChat Pay and Alipay.

• Services:
  • Help with downloading and installing WeChat Pay and Alipay
  • Guidance on linking international bank cards and activating payment functions
  • Basic tutorials and assistance with using Chinese payment apps
• Location: International Arrivals Hall

Nanning Wuxu International Airport Restaurants & Opening Hours

• Starbucks
  • Location: Near Gate 13 on the third floor of Terminal 2
  • Opening Hours: 06:30-21:30
  • Food Type: Coffee and snacks
• Weiyi Noodle Restaurant
  • Location: Near Gate 40 in Terminal 2
  • Opening Hours: 06:00-22:30
  • Food Type: Chinese noodles
• Yinxiang Food Court
  • Location: Near Gate 23 in the Terminal 2 departure hall
  • Opening Hours: 06:00-23:00
  • Food Type: Beef noodles, rice meals, and various Chinese dishes

Duty-Free Shop Opening Hours

• Zhuhai Duty Free Shop
  • Location: 20 meters after international departure security check on the third floor of Terminal 2
  • Opening Hours: 08:00-21:00
  • Products: Cigarettes, perfume, and cosmetics

Luggage Storage Location

• Location: Opposite the McDonald’s on the arrivals level (first floor)
• Opening Hours: 7:00 AM to 11:30 PM
• Price: Small luggage 10 CNY/day, medium luggage 15 CNY/day, large luggage 20 CNY/day.

Currency Exchange Location

• Ctrip Foreign Currency Exchange
  • Location: International departure hall on the third floor of Terminal 2
  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Free Wi-Fi at Nanning Airport

Passengers can connect to the airport’s free Wi-Fi in the following way:

• Mobile Number Login: Enter your phone number and receive an SMS verification code to log in.

Tip: If you want to access Google or some international websites using airport Wi-Fi in China, you may need a VPN.

Can You Sleep Overnight at Nanning Airport?

Yes. Nanning Airport stays open 24 hours a day, so overnight stays inside the terminal are allowed. Before security, both the first and third floors have seating areas where travelers can rest. However, the facilities are pretty basic. You’ll find charging spots, but there are no soft lounge-style sofas. If you are in transit, after leaving the arrival area and following the signs for a short walk, you’ll reach a three-way intersection area with sofas. In my experience, this is the most comfortable free sleeping spot inside Nanning Wuxu International Airport.

Airport Check-In Closing Time

• Domestic Flights: Check-in closes 35 minutes before departure.
• International Flights: In most cases, check-in also closes 35 minutes before departure.