Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Shenzhen

4 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). It's 1,017 miles (1,637 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Shandong Airlines and others.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
SZX
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenzhen, China
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,017 mi
1,637 km
CO₂/pax
172 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
China Southern Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
TAO → SZX
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,017 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
TAO → SZX
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,017 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → SZX
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,017 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
TAO → SZX
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,017 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Shenzhen with one stop · direct emits 172 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO WUS (Wuyishan) SZX
Leg 1: 2h 15m (609 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (436 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → WUS
2h 15m · 609 mi
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Leg 2
WUS → SZX
1h 28m · 436 mi
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TAO HSN (Zhoushan) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 35m (462 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (729 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → HSN
1h 35m · 462 mi
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Leg 2
HSN → SZX
2h 10m · 729 mi
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TAO XAI (Xinyang) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (432 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (682 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → XAI
1h 45m · 432 mi
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Leg 2
XAI → SZX
2h 3m · 682 mi
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TAO KHN (Nanchang) SZX
Leg 1: 2h (571 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (447 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → KHN
2h · 571 mi
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Leg 2
KHN → SZX
1h 50m · 447 mi
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TAO NKG (Nanjing) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 15m (326 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (699 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NKG
1h 15m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → SZX
2h 35m · 699 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Shenzhen?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Shenzhen (SZX) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,017 miles (1,637 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Shenzhen?

4 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Shenzhen?

Yes. 4 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Shenzhen?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Shenzhen is 1,017 miles (1,637 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Qingdao to Shenzhen?

At 3h 25m, 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 Shenzhen?

Roughly 172 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 860 km.

Is the return flight from Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen?

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.