Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Shanghai

5 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's 373 miles (600 km), about 1h 38m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and others.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
373 mi
600 km
CO₂/pax
69 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
China Southern Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines Suparna Airlines Suparna Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
TAO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
373 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
TAO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
373 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TAO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
373 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
373 mi
Suparna Airlines Y8 Suparna Airlines
Route
TAO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 38m
Distance
373 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 69 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO NKG (Nanjing) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 15m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h (178 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NKG
1h 15m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → PVG
1h · 178 mi
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TAO HGH (Hangzhou) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (423 mi) Leg 2: 50m (103 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → HGH
1h 50m · 423 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → PVG
50m · 103 mi
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TAO NGB (Ningbo) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (457 mi) Leg 2: 1h 3m (93 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+84% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NGB
1h 50m · 457 mi
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Leg 2
NGB → PVG
1h 3m · 93 mi
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TAO HFE (Hefei) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (291 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+109% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → HFE
1h 35m · 350 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → PVG
1h 20m · 291 mi
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TAO LIJ (Lishui) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (551 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → LIJ
1h 50m · 551 mi
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Leg 2
LIJ → PVG
1h 5m · 224 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Shanghai (PVG) takes approximately 1 hours and 38 minutes. The distance is 373 miles (600 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Shanghai?

5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Suparna Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Shanghai?

Yes. 5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Suparna Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Shanghai is 373 miles (600 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 Shanghai?

At 1h 38m, 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 Shanghai?

Roughly 69 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 345 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

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.