Cheap flights from Shanghai to Qingdao

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Cheapest round-trip flights $193
Shandong Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Dec 6 — Mon, Dec 8
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is currently $193
Cheapest one-way flight $157
China Southern Nonstop 2 hr Wed, Nov 19
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is currently $157
Cheapest nonstop flights $313
China Southern Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Sun, Nov 23
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is currently $313
Last-minute weekend getaway $193
Shandong Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Nov 15 — Mon, Nov 17
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Qingdao is currently $193
Cheapest business class flights $725
China Eastern 1 stop 9 hr Thu, Dec 4 — Sun, Dec 7
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is currently $725
Fastest flight 1 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Qingdao takes 1 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Qingdao

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    from $358
    Typical price: $390–530
    69 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - TAO Every day
    128 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - TAO Every day
  • Shandong
    Nonstop
    from $193
    Typical price: $310–560
    39 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - TAO Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    15 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG, SHA - TAO Every day
    22 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - TAO Every day
  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $313
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - TAO Every day
    24 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - TAO Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    SHA - TAO Every day
    7 weekly connecting flights
    SHA - TAO Every day
  • Qingdao Airlines
    Nonstop
    6 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - TAO Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 29 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 13 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi

Popular airports near Qingdao

  • Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
    Qingdao China 1 hr 11 min 26 mi
  • Yantai Penglai International Airport (YNT)
    Yantai China 2 hr 34 min 115 mi
  • Weihai Airport (WEH)
    Weihai China 2 hr 58 min 128 mi
  • Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
    Jinan China 3 hr 32 min 184 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Qingdao

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Qingdao recently found on Google Flights was with Shandong from $193. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $157.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is $358, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 18.
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is $193, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is $313, flying from Nov 20 to Nov 23.
What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Qingdao starts at $193 from Sat, Dec 6 to Mon, Dec 8. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $157 and departs on Wed, Nov 19.
How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Qingdao?
1 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Qingdao.
When should you fly to Qingdao, China?
The peak travel period is summer (Jun–Sep), which is warm, humid and somewhat rainy, with a typhoon season Jun–Oct. Key events include the Lantern Festival (Jan/Feb, dates vary) and the Qingdao International Beer Festival (Aug).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Shanghai to Qingdao?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Qingdao.
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 is the best airline to fly from Shanghai to Qingdao?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Qingdao 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 Shanghai to Qingdao.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 69 nonstop flights and 128 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) .

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Qingdao are:
  • Shandong offers 39 nonstop flights per week. Shandong flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) .
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 15 nonstop flights and 22 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) .
  • China Southern offers 7 nonstop flights and 24 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 7 nonstop flights and 7 connecting flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) .
  • Qingdao Airlines offers 6 nonstop flights per week. Qingdao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Qingdao.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Qingdao recently found on Google Flights was with Shandong from $193. The cheapest one-way flight was with China Southern from $157.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is $358, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 18.
  • The cheapest Shandong flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is $193, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Qingdao is $313, flying from Nov 20 to Nov 23.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
China Eastern, Shandong, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, Qingdao Airlines, Yangtze River Express and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Qingdao.
  • There are 69 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 39 Shandong direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 15 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 6 Qingdao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Qingdao at price $193 is offered by Shandong from Sat, Nov 15 to Mon, Nov 17.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
China Eastern, Shandong, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, Qingdao Airlines, Yangtze River Express and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Qingdao.
  • There are 69 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 39 Shandong direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 15 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 China Southern direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 6 Qingdao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao available?
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Qingdao start at $313 from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23 with China Southern.
How can I find nonstop flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Qingdao, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Qingdao start at $725 from Thu, Dec 4 to Sun, Dec 7 with China Eastern.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Qingdao start at $193 from Sat, Dec 6 to Mon, Dec 8.
How can I book business class trips from Shanghai to Qingdao?
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Qingdao, 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.
Are there any last-minute deals from Shanghai to Qingdao next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Qingdao starts at $193 from Sat, Nov 15 to Mon, Nov 17 with Shandong.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Qingdao?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Qingdao at price $193 is offered by Shandong from Sat, Nov 15 to Mon, Nov 17.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Qingdao?
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Qingdao, 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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