Originally Posted by
1nterceptor
On my last trip New York to Japan; had a stopover in Beijing, China. Had my bike in a cardboard box -
was treated like any 1st check in; no charge(s).
Have also flown into and out of China; Shanghai to New York City. Had my bike in a suitcase. Was treated just like
an ordinary 1st check in bag - no charges both ways(round trip).
Sounds like it went well. I have had very different experiences; but then, to be fair, I have passed smoothly through Chinese airports sometimes too. But longtime China travelers, not just me, are leery of transferring in China. Be aware that it frequently goes wrong.