Getting to Sanya from Phoenix Airport
There are three main ways to travel from Phoenix Airport to Sanya: by public transportation, taxi, or rental car.
If you prefer public transportation, you can take Bus 8, which will conveniently transport you to the city center in just 15 minutes at a cost of 10 CNY. Buses between the airport and the city operate from 6 am to 10:30 pm. Once you've reached the city center, you can easily transfer to other buses to reach your hotel or apartment, with a typical fare of CNY 7.
Taxis are another option, offering the convenience of a direct ride to your chosen beach or hotel. For instance, a taxi ride from the city center to the nearest beach, Dadongkhai, takes approximately 20 minutes and typically costs around CNY 30. However, it's important to be cautious at the airport, as some taxi drivers may attempt to charge inflated prices, sometimes reaching CNY 200-250 for uninformed tourists. Keep in mind that the distance from Phoenix Airport to the city center is no more than 15 kilometers.