Direct (nonstop) flights from Dalian to Qingdao

5 airlines fly nonstop from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). It's 196 miles (315 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and others.

DLC
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport
🇨🇳 Dalian, China
TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
196 mi
315 km
CO₂/pax
36 kg
−99 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
China Southern Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Tianjin Airlines Tianjin Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
DLC → TAO
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
196 mi
Tianjin Airlines GS Tianjin Airlines
Route
DLC → TAO
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
196 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
DLC → TAO
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
196 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
DLC → TAO
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
196 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
DLC → TAO
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
196 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dalian to Qingdao with one stop · direct emits 36 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLC PEK (Beijing) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 25m (275 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (319 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+275% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → PEK
1h 25m · 275 mi
View DLC to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → TAO
1h 25m · 319 mi
View PEK to TAO flights →
DLC CZX (Changzhou) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 45m (495 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (307 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+383% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → CZX
1h 45m · 495 mi
View DLC to CZX flights →
Leg 2
CZX → TAO
1h 10m · 307 mi
View CZX to TAO flights →
DLC NKG (Nanjing) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (520 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (326 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+403% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → NKG
1h 50m · 520 mi
View DLC to NKG flights →
Leg 2
NKG → TAO
1h 15m · 326 mi
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DLC ICN (Seoul) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (286 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (360 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+303% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → ICN
1h 20m · 286 mi
View DLC to ICN flights →
Leg 2
ICN → TAO
1h 45m · 360 mi
View ICN to TAO flights →
DLC CIF (Chifeng) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 30m (262 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+314% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → CIF
1h 30m · 262 mi
View DLC to CIF flights →
Leg 2
CIF → TAO
1h 35m · 405 mi
View CIF to TAO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dalian to Qingdao?

A nonstop flight from Dalian (DLC) to Qingdao (TAO) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 196 miles (315 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dalian to Qingdao?

5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dalian to Qingdao?

Yes. 5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Dalian from Qingdao?

The flight distance from Dalian to Qingdao is 196 miles (315 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Dalian to Qingdao?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 36 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 180 km.

Is the return flight from Qingdao to Dalian 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 Dalian 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 Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport for this flight?

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