Cheap flights from Qingdao to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $319
China Southern Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Jan 22 — Sun, Jan 25
The cheapest round-trip flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is currently $319
Cheapest one-way flight $160
China Southern Nonstop 2 hr Wed, Jan 28
The cheapest one-way flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is currently $160
Last-minute weekend getaway $319
China Southern Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Jan 22 — Sun, Jan 25
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Qingdao to Shanghai is currently $319
Cheapest business class flights $862
China Southern Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Jan 22 — Sun, Jan 25
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is currently $862
Fastest flight 1 hr 25 min The fastest nonstop flight from Qingdao to Shanghai takes 1 hr 25 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

Popular airlines from Qingdao to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $360–460
    70 weekly nonstop flights
    TAO - PVG, SHA Every day
    193 weekly connecting flights
    TAO - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shandong
    Nonstop
    from $397
    Typical price: $320–560
    38 weekly nonstop flights
    TAO - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    TAO - PVG Every day
    17 weekly connecting flights
    TAO - PVG, SHA Every day
  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $319
    Typical price: $315–325
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    TAO - PVG Every day
    54 weekly connecting flights
    TAO - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    TAO - SHA Every day
    14 weekly connecting flights
    TAO - SHA Every day
  • Qingdao Airlines
    Nonstop
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    TAO - PVG Every day

Popular airports near Qingdao

  • Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
    Qingdao China 1 hr 10 min 26 mi
  • Yantai Penglai International Airport (YNT)
    Yantai China 2 hr 35 min 115 mi
  • Weihai Airport (WEH)
    Weihai China 2 hr 58 min 128 mi
  • Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
    Jinan China 3 hr 31 min 184 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 28 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 12 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Qingdao to Shanghai

The cheapest round-trip flight from Qingdao to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $319. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $160.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is $397, flying from Mar 12 to Mar 15.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is $319, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Qingdao to Shanghai starts at $319 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $160 and departs on Wed, Jan 28.
1 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Qingdao to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Qingdao to Shanghai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 70 nonstop flights and 193 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Qingdao to Shanghai are:
  • Shandong offers 38 nonstop flights per week. Shandong flies from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 20 nonstop flights and 17 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • China Southern offers 7 nonstop flights and 54 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 7 nonstop flights and 14 connecting flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Qingdao Airlines offers 7 nonstop flights per week. Qingdao Airlines flies from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Qingdao and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Qingdao to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $319. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $160.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is $397, flying from Mar 12 to Mar 15.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is $319, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
China Eastern, Shandong, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, Qingdao Airlines and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Qingdao to Shanghai.
  • There are 70 China Eastern direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 38 Shandong direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 China Southern direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Qingdao Airlines direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Qingdao and Shanghai at price $319 is offered by China Southern from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25.
China Eastern, Shandong, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, Qingdao Airlines and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Qingdao to Shanghai.
  • There are 70 China Eastern direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 38 Shandong direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 China Southern direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Qingdao Airlines direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Qingdao and Shanghai start at $319 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25 with China Southern.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Qingdao to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Qingdao and Shanghai start at $862 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Qingdao and Shanghai start at $319 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25.
To book business class trips from Qingdao to Shanghai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Qingdao and Shanghai starts at $319 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25 with China Southern.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Qingdao and Shanghai at price $319 is offered by China Southern from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25.
To find last-minute flight deals from Qingdao to Shanghai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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