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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Changsha to see all of its attractions.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Changsha in July, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 210 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Changsha, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.
When flying to Changsha, you’ll arrive at Changsha Huanghua Intl (CSX), which is located 15 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Changsha from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 15h 40m.
Located 2 miles from the city centre, Changsha is the busiest station in Changsha. Another popular train station is Changsha Changsha South Railway Station, located 7 miles from the centre.
Average rates range from around ₹ 3,590 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 7,818 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Changsha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,221 and ₹ 1,628. The most frequently booked car type in Changsha is Standard (Buick GL8 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.