Hefei Xinqiao International Airport — Hefei, China

Anhui province's main airport, HFE replaced an older, more cramped facility closer to downtown Hefei in the early 2010s as the city's population and technology sector expanded rapidly. Hefei has quietly become one of China's notable research and innovation centers, anchored by the University of Science and Technology of China and a growing cluster of firms working in fields ranging from quantum research to electric vehicles, all of which generates steady business travel through the terminal. The airport's relocation further from the city center followed a familiar pattern among fast-growing Chinese metropolises needing room for longer runways and expanded cargo facilities. Domestic connections dominate the flight schedule, linking Hefei to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and other major hubs, while a smaller but growing number of international routes reflect the city's rising profile within China's broader technology and manufacturing landscape.