Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Chengdu

8 airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 994 miles (1,600 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Spring Airlines and others.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
1,600 km
CO₂/pax
168 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
8
Sichuan Airlines +7
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Air China Air China China United Airlines China United Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines +2 more

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
China United Airlines KN China United Airlines
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
TAO → TFU
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
994 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 168 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO CIH (Changzhi) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (388 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (647 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CIH
1h 25m · 388 mi
View TAO to CIH flights →
Leg 2
CIH → TFU
2h 3m · 647 mi
View CIH to TFU flights →
TAO XAI (Xinyang) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (432 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (589 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → XAI
1h 45m · 432 mi
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Leg 2
XAI → TFU
2h 5m · 589 mi
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TAO XIY (Xian) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (652 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (380 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → XIY
2h 15m · 652 mi
View TAO to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → TFU
1h 40m · 380 mi
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TAO WDS (Shiyan) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 10m (585 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (413 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → WDS
2h 10m · 585 mi
View TAO to WDS flights →
Leg 2
WDS → TFU
1h 45m · 413 mi
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TAO CZX (Changzhou) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 33m (307 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (915 mi) Total: ~3h 58m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CZX
1h 33m · 307 mi
View TAO to CZX flights →
Leg 2
CZX → TFU
2h 25m · 915 mi
View CZX to TFU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 994 miles (1,600 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Chengdu?

8 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Spring Airlines, Air China, China United Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Chengdu?

Yes. 8 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Spring Airlines, Air China, China United Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Chengdu is 994 miles (1,600 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 Chengdu?

At 3h 15m, 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 Chengdu?

Roughly 168 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 840 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu 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 Chengdu?

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.