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Yiwu International Commodities Fair

21–25 October 2026

Yiwu, Zhejiang

Description

The world's largest small commodities fair. Thousands of exhibitors from Yiwu market. Essential for consumer goods importers.

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Airports

Yiwu Airport (YIW) is 11 km from the center. Taxi downtown: ¥15–40, ~20 min (Xiuhu Park area). There is no metro. Bus: ~60 min, ¥2. Some hotels offer a free shuttle.

Other airports: Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is a convenient alternative when there are no direct flights to Yiwu. Next to SHA is Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station (上海虹桥站) — take the high-speed train to Yiwu Railway Station (义乌站): ~2 h, ¥130–180.

Getting Around

A compact, walkable city. Buses ¥1–2. Taxis from ¥8. Didi is available. A must-visit: Yiwu International Trade City — the world's largest wholesale market: 5 districts, 75,000 booths. Vendors speak basic English and make heavy use of online translators. Set aside a full day.

Exhibition Venues

Yiwu International Expo Center (义乌国际博览中心) — from YIW: taxi ¥15–40, ~25 min. From Yiwu Railway Station: taxi ¥18–50, ~30 min. Located next to Yiwu International Trade City (10 min by taxi), with many hotels within walking distance.

Industries

Consumer GoodsToysGiftsAccessoriesTextiles