Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Korla

1 airline flys nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Korla Airport (KRL). It's 1,850 miles (2,978 km), about 5h 10m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
KRL
Korla Airport
🇨🇳 Korla, China
Flight Time
5h 10m
Distance
1,850 mi
2,978 km
CO₂/pax
313 kg
−51 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TAO → KRL
Flight Time
5h 10m
Distance
1,850 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Korla with one stop · direct emits 313 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO LHW (Lanzhou) KRL
Leg 1: 3h 5m (917 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,001 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 364 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → LHW
3h 5m · 917 mi
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Leg 2
LHW → KRL
3h · 1,001 mi
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TAO URC (Urumqi) KRL
Leg 1: 4h 55m (1,790 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (171 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 360 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → URC
4h 55m · 1,790 mi
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Leg 2
URC → KRL
1h 10m · 171 mi
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TAO XIY (Xian) KRL
Leg 1: 2h 15m (652 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,324 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 370 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → XIY
2h 15m · 652 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → KRL
4h · 1,324 mi
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TAO PEK (Beijing) KRL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (319 mi) Leg 2: 4h 45m (1,590 mi) Total: ~6h 20m 🍃 353 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → PEK
1h 35m · 319 mi
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Leg 2
PEK → KRL
4h 45m · 1,590 mi
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TAO CGO (Zhengzhou) KRL
Leg 1: 1h 53m (374 mi) Leg 2: 4h 30m (1,579 mi) Total: ~6h 23m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CGO
1h 53m · 374 mi
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Leg 2
CGO → KRL
4h 30m · 1,579 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Korla?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Korla (KRL) takes approximately 5 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,850 miles (2,978 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Korla?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Korla?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Korla?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Korla is 1,850 miles (2,978 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Qingdao to Korla?

At 5h 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 Korla?

Roughly 313 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,565 km.

Is the return flight from Korla 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 Korla?

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.