Travelling from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). Explore the options for leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport flight.
Shanghai and Qingdao (where Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). Pick from 91 direct services every week.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to TAO.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport are operated by a good number of airlines at PVG. Take off with any of these trusted names:
Most passengers prefer to fly with China Eastern between PVG and TAO.
China Southern is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
PVG is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PVG land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
You can book a direct Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) plane ticket out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). See if flying from SHA works better for your plans.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Shanghai to TAO jetting off from SHA include:
China Eastern has the largest share of bookings on the SHA to TAO route.
If you're looking for a carrier with a strong punctuality record, go with Shanghai Airlines. It has an on-time performance of 96.72% for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport.
SHA is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to TAO flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 85% of them landing as expected.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near TAO and shut your eyes sooner:
TAO is located at No.99 Minhang Road.
Getting from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao
Central Qingdao is around 56 kilometres from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
$68 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport. A return flight starts at $150. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to TAO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Qingdao. February is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Qingdao is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Shanghai to TAO plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Qingdao
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Qingdao right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Damai Island, Qingdao Olympic Sailing Centre and Coastal Skywalk are must-visits when exploring Qingdao.
Explore more of China
Qingdao is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Qingdao, a trip to Tai'an will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.
Around 274 kilometres west of Qingdao, Jinan is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring.
