Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Qingdao

4 airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). It's 1,012 miles (1,628 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines and others.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,012 mi
1,628 km
CO₂/pax
171 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CTU → TAO
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,012 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
CTU → TAO
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,012 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
CTU → TAO
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,012 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
CTU → TAO
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
1,012 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Qingdao with one stop · direct emits 171 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU YCU (Yuncheng) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 25m (516 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → YCU
1h 25m · 516 mi
View CTU to YCU flights →
Leg 2
YCU → TAO
1h 45m · 516 mi
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CTU NKG (Nanjing) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (886 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (326 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → NKG
2h 20m · 886 mi
View CTU to NKG flights →
Leg 2
NKG → TAO
1h 15m · 326 mi
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CTU CGO (Zhengzhou) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 55m (637 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (374 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → CGO
1h 55m · 637 mi
View CTU to CGO flights →
Leg 2
CGO → TAO
1h 40m · 374 mi
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CTU YIH (Yichang) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (448 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (638 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → YIH
1h 20m · 448 mi
View CTU to YIH flights →
Leg 2
YIH → TAO
2h 15m · 638 mi
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CTU CZX (Changzhou) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 25m (940 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (307 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → CZX
2h 25m · 940 mi
View CTU to CZX flights →
Leg 2
CZX → TAO
1h 10m · 307 mi
View CZX to TAO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Qingdao?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Qingdao (TAO) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,012 miles (1,628 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Qingdao?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Qingdao?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Qingdao?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Qingdao is 1,012 miles (1,628 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Chengdu to Qingdao?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chengdu to Qingdao?

Roughly 171 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 855 km.

Is the return flight from Qingdao to Chengdu also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chengdu to Qingdao?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.