Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Sanming

1 airline flys nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ). It's 697 miles (1,122 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
SQJ
Sanming Shaxian Airport
🇨🇳 Sanming, China
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
697 mi
1,122 km
CO₂/pax
129 kg
−35 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 → SQJ
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
697 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Sanming with one stop · direct emits 129 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO SHA (Shanghai) SQJ
Leg 1: 1h 40m (363 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (391 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → SHA
1h 40m · 363 mi
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Leg 2
SHA → SQJ
1h 50m · 391 mi
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TAO CAN (Guangzhou) SQJ
Leg 1: 3h 25m (981 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (353 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+98% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CAN
3h 25m · 981 mi
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Leg 2
CAN → SQJ
1h 35m · 353 mi
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TAO CKG (Chongqing) SQJ
Leg 1: 2h 55m (903 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (720 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+152% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CKG
2h 55m · 903 mi
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Leg 2
CKG → SQJ
2h 15m · 720 mi
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TAO CTU (Chengdu) SQJ
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,012 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (890 mi) Total: ~5h 45m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+180% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CTU
3h 10m · 1,012 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → SQJ
2h 35m · 890 mi
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TAO KMG (Kunming) SQJ
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,279 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (933 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 399 kg CO₂ (+209% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → KMG
3h 45m · 1,279 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → SQJ
2h 20m · 933 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Sanming?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Sanming (SQJ) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 697 miles (1,122 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Sanming?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Sanming?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Sanming?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Sanming is 697 miles (1,122 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Qingdao to Sanming?

At 2h 35m, 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 Sanming?

Roughly 129 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 645 km.

Is the return flight from Sanming 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 Sanming?

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.