Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Seoul

6 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). It's 360 miles (579 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Jeju Air, Korean Air, Jin Air and others.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
360 mi
579 km
CO₂/pax
67 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Jeju Air +5
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Jeju Air Jeju Air Korean Air Korean Air Jin Air Jin Air China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jeju Air 7C Jeju Air
Route
TAO → ICN
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
360 mi
Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
TAO → ICN
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
360 mi
Jin Air LJ Jin Air
Route
TAO → ICN
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
360 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TAO → ICN
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
360 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
TAO → ICN
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
360 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → ICN
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
360 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Seoul with one stop · direct emits 67 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO DLC (Dalian) ICN
Leg 1: 1h (196 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (286 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → DLC
1h · 196 mi
View TAO to DLC flights →
Leg 2
DLC → ICN
1h 20m · 286 mi
View DLC to ICN flights →
TAO TAE (Daegu) ICN
Leg 1: 2h (479 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (162 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+115% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → TAE
2h · 479 mi
View TAO to TAE flights →
Leg 2
TAE → ICN
1h 5m · 162 mi
View TAE to ICN flights →
TAO PUS (Busan) ICN
Leg 1: 2h (504 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (210 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+134% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → PUS
2h · 504 mi
View TAO to PUS flights →
Leg 2
PUS → ICN
1h 10m · 210 mi
View PUS to ICN flights →
TAO SHE (Shenyang) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (407 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (328 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+140% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → SHE
1h 35m · 407 mi
View TAO to SHE flights →
Leg 2
SHE → ICN
1h 55m · 328 mi
View SHE to ICN flights →
TAO PVG (Shanghai) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 38m (373 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (510 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+181% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → PVG
1h 38m · 373 mi
View TAO to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → ICN
1h 55m · 510 mi
View PVG to ICN flights →

Looking for the return flight?

ICN → TAO: Flights from Seoul to Qingdao

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Seoul?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Seoul (ICN) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 360 miles (579 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Seoul?

6 airlines: Jeju Air, Korean Air, Jin Air, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Seoul?

Yes. 6 airlines: Jeju Air, Korean Air, Jin Air, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Seoul?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Seoul is 360 miles (579 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Qingdao and Seoul?

Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Qingdao. (Asia/Shanghai vs Asia/Seoul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Qingdao to Seoul?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to Republic of Korea?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Republic of Korea embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 67 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 335 km.

Is the return flight from Seoul 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 Seoul?

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?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.