Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Nanjing

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

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
NKG
Lu Kou Airport
🇨🇳 Nanjing, 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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

TAO PVG (Shanghai) NKG
Leg 1: 1h 38m (373 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (178 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → PVG
1h 38m · 373 mi
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Leg 2
PVG → NKG
1h 5m · 178 mi
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TAO DLC (Dalian) NKG
Leg 1: 1h (196 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (520 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → DLC
1h · 196 mi
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Leg 2
DLC → NKG
1h 50m · 520 mi
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TAO PEK (Beijing) NKG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (319 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (589 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+222% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → PEK
1h 35m · 319 mi
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Leg 2
PEK → NKG
1h 50m · 589 mi
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TAO XFN (Xiangyang) NKG
Leg 1: 2h 15m (532 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (387 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+225% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → XFN
2h 15m · 532 mi
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Leg 2
XFN → NKG
1h 25m · 387 mi
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TAO NNY (Nanyang) NKG
Leg 1: 2h 10m (485 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (375 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+207% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NNY
2h 10m · 485 mi
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Leg 2
NNY → NKG
1h 33m · 375 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Nanjing?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Nanjing?

Just Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Nanjing?

Yes. 1 airline: Shandong Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Nanjing?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Nanjing 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 Qingdao to Nanjing?

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 Qingdao to Nanjing?

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

Is the return flight from Nanjing 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 Nanjing?

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.