Direct (nonstop) flights from Hefei to Qingdao

3 airlines fly nonstop from Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). It's 350 miles (563 km), about 1h 28m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

HFE
Hefei Xinqiao Airport
🇨🇳 Hefei, China
TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
350 mi
563 km
CO₂/pax
65 kg
−97 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
China Eastern Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
HFE → TAO
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
350 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
HFE → TAO
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
350 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
HFE → TAO
Flight Time
1h 28m
Distance
350 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Hefei to Qingdao with one stop · direct emits 65 kg CO₂ per passenger

HFE DLC (Dalian) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 45m (544 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (196 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+149% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → DLC
1h 45m · 544 mi
View HFE to DLC flights →
Leg 2
DLC → TAO
1h 5m · 196 mi
View DLC to TAO flights →
HFE PVG (Shanghai) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (291 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (373 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → PVG
1h 20m · 291 mi
View HFE to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → TAO
1h 30m · 373 mi
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HFE YCU (Yuncheng) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 30m (404 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+200% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → YCU
1h 30m · 404 mi
View HFE to YCU flights →
Leg 2
YCU → TAO
1h 45m · 516 mi
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HFE PEK (Beijing) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 55m (557 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (319 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+188% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → PEK
1h 55m · 557 mi
View HFE to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → TAO
1h 25m · 319 mi
View PEK to TAO flights →
HFE TYN (Taiyuan) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 38m (467 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+191% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → TYN
1h 38m · 467 mi
View HFE to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → TAO
1h 50m · 423 mi
View TYN to TAO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Hefei to Qingdao?

A nonstop flight from Hefei (HFE) to Qingdao (TAO) takes approximately 1 hours and 28 minutes. The distance is 350 miles (563 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Hefei to Qingdao?

3 airlines: China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Hefei to Qingdao?

Yes. 3 airlines: China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Hefei from Qingdao?

The flight distance from Hefei to Qingdao is 350 miles (563 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Hefei to Qingdao?

At 1h 28m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 65 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 325 km.

Is the return flight from Qingdao to Hefei 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 Hefei 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 Hefei Xinqiao Airport for this flight?

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