Cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao

Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Qingdao.

Shanghai to Qingdao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP7,072
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week193

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao is P7,072. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao.
China Eastern, Xiamen Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao.
As of May 2025, there are 193 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Qingdao is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Qingdao Airport on Monday, 26 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Qingdao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Qingdao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Juneyao Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Qingdao.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Shanghai and Qingdao are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Flights from PVG to TAO start from 06:40 — the earliest with Juneyao Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:05 with China Eastern Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 104 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your PVG to TAO flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Plenty of airlines operate direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. Fly nonstop to Qingdao with these popular carriers and discover this incredible part of China:

  • Most travellers choose to travel with China Southern Airlines on this route.

  • Juneyao Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PVG to TAO flights. An impressive 93.6% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PVG and TAO:

    • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

    • Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight is P7,298. A round-trip plane ticket is currently P7,072. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap tickets from PVG to TAO, book your trip six months before your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PVG to TAO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

Getting from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao

  • TAO is located at No.99 Minhang Road.

  • Qingdao Liuting International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Qingdao. The drive time takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Qingdao in April.

  • Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport for July if you want to visit Qingdao during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PVG to TAO in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Qingdao, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 434 kilometres north-west to Tianjin to check off its popular sights. From Ancient Culture Street to Porcelain house and Haihe River, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 467 kilometres south of Qingdao, Nanjing is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

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