Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Lanzhou

3 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 917 miles (1,475 km), about 3h 5m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
917 mi
1,475 km
CO₂/pax
170 kg
−30 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
TAO → LHW
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
917 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
TAO → LHW
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
917 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → LHW
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
917 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Lanzhou with one stop · direct emits 170 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO UYN (Yulin) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 5m (593 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (352 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → UYN
2h 5m · 593 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → LHW
1h 28m · 352 mi
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TAO TYN (Taiyuan) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (423 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (504 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → TYN
1h 50m · 423 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → LHW
1h 48m · 504 mi
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TAO DLC (Dalian) LHW
Leg 1: 1h (196 mi) Leg 2: 2h 48m (994 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → DLC
1h · 196 mi
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Leg 2
DLC → LHW
2h 48m · 994 mi
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TAO WDS (Shiyan) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 10m (585 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (495 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → WDS
2h 10m · 585 mi
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Leg 2
WDS → LHW
1h 45m · 495 mi
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TAO MIG (Mian Yang) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 35m (943 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (356 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → MIG
2h 35m · 943 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → LHW
1h 20m · 356 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 917 miles (1,475 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Lanzhou?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Lanzhou?

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

How far is Qingdao from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Lanzhou is 917 miles (1,475 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Qingdao to Lanzhou?

At 3h 5m, 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 Lanzhou?

Roughly 170 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 850 km.

Is the return flight from Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou?

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.