Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanjing to Qingdao

1 airline flys nonstop from Lu Kou Airport (NKG) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). It's 326 miles (525 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Shandong Airlines.

NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, China
TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
326 mi
525 km
CO₂/pax
60 kg
−67 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Shandong Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
NKG → TAO
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
326 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanjing to Qingdao with one stop · direct emits 60 kg CO₂ per passenger

NKG PVG (Shanghai) TAO
Leg 1: 1h (178 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (373 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → PVG
1h · 178 mi
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Leg 2
PVG → TAO
1h 30m · 373 mi
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NKG DLC (Dalian) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 45m (520 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (196 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → DLC
1h 45m · 520 mi
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Leg 2
DLC → TAO
1h 5m · 196 mi
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NKG NNY (Nanyang) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 35m (375 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (485 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+207% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → NNY
1h 35m · 375 mi
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Leg 2
NNY → TAO
1h 45m · 485 mi
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NKG PEK (Beijing) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 3m (589 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (319 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+222% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → PEK
2h 3m · 589 mi
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Leg 2
PEK → TAO
1h 25m · 319 mi
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NKG YCU (Yuncheng) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (508 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NKG → YCU
1h 50m · 508 mi
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Leg 2
YCU → TAO
1h 45m · 516 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanjing to Qingdao?

A nonstop flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Qingdao (TAO) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 326 miles (525 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanjing to Qingdao?

Just Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanjing to Qingdao?

Yes. 1 airline: Shandong Airlines.

How far is Nanjing from Qingdao?

The flight distance from Nanjing to Qingdao is 326 miles (525 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 Nanjing to Qingdao?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 60 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 300 km.

Is the return flight from Qingdao to Nanjing 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 Nanjing 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 Lu Kou Airport for this flight?

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