Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Chengdu

4 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 1,012 miles (1,628 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines and others.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
3h 10m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TAO → CTU
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,012 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TAO → CTU
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,012 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
TAO → CTU
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,012 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → CTU
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,012 mi

Alternative Routes

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

TAO YCU (Yuncheng) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (516 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → YCU
1h 50m · 516 mi
View TAO to YCU flights →
Leg 2
YCU → CTU
1h 45m · 516 mi
View YCU to CTU flights →
TAO YIH (Yichang) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (638 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (448 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → YIH
2h 15m · 638 mi
View TAO to YIH flights →
Leg 2
YIH → CTU
1h 40m · 448 mi
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TAO HFE (Hefei) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (350 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (775 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → HFE
1h 35m · 350 mi
View TAO to HFE flights →
Leg 2
HFE → CTU
2h 25m · 775 mi
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TAO CZX (Changzhou) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 33m (307 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (940 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CZX
1h 33m · 307 mi
View TAO to CZX flights →
Leg 2
CZX → CTU
2h 30m · 940 mi
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TAO CGO (Zhengzhou) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 53m (374 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (637 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CGO
1h 53m · 374 mi
View TAO to CGO flights →
Leg 2
CGO → CTU
2h 10m · 637 mi
View CGO to CTU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,012 miles (1,628 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Chengdu?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Chengdu?

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

How far is Qingdao from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Chengdu 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 Qingdao to Chengdu?

At 3h 10m, 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 Qingdao to Chengdu?

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

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Qingdao 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 Qingdao to Chengdu?

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 Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport for this flight?

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