Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Shanghai

4 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Hongqiao International (SHA). It's 363 miles (584 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and others.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
SHA
Hongqiao International
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
363 mi
584 km
CO₂/pax
67 kg
−93 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Shanghai Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Shanghai Airlines Shanghai Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
TAO → SHA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
363 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
TAO → SHA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
363 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TAO → SHA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
363 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → SHA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
363 mi

Alternative Routes

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

TAO DLC (Dalian) SHA
Leg 1: 1h (196 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (535 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+139% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → DLC
1h · 196 mi
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Leg 2
DLC → SHA
2h 5m · 535 mi
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TAO KHN (Nanchang) SHA
Leg 1: 2h (571 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (362 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+196% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → KHN
2h · 571 mi
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Leg 2
KHN → SHA
1h 23m · 362 mi
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TAO CGO (Zhengzhou) SHA
Leg 1: 1h 53m (374 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (492 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+176% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CGO
1h 53m · 374 mi
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Leg 2
CGO → SHA
1h 50m · 492 mi
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TAO WUH (Wuhan) SHA
Leg 1: 2h 15m (512 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+196% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → WUH
2h 15m · 512 mi
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Leg 2
WUH → SHA
1h 30m · 423 mi
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TAO FOC (Fuzhou) SHA
Leg 1: 2h 25m (719 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (376 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 228 kg CO₂ (+240% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → FOC
2h 25m · 719 mi
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Leg 2
FOC → SHA
1h 25m · 376 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 (SHA) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 363 miles (584 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Shanghai?

4 airlines: Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Shanghai?

Yes. 4 airlines: Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Shanghai is 363 miles (584 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 40m, 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 67 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 335 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.