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Find cheap flights from Shanghai to Qingdao from $508

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Shanghai to Qingdao, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Shanghai to Qingdao, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Qingdao (SHA-TAO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Shanghai to Qingdao that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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10:15 am - 11:55 amSHA-TAO
1h 40mnonstop
6:55 pm - 9:40 amTAO-SHA
14h 45m2 stops
$508Shandong Airlines
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Sat, May 18 - Sat, May 18

Flights from Shanghai to Qingdao - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Shanghai to Qingdao to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Shanghai and Qingdao?

Shanghai and Qingdao are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Shandong Airlines (6 flights per day), China Eastern (5 flights per day), and Shanghai Airlines (one flight per day).

Which airlines fly non-stop between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Qingdao?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Qingdao.
There are 4 airlines that fly nonstop from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Qingdao. They are: China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, Shandong Airlines and Shanghai Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with China Eastern at $243 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at China Eastern.

How many flights are there between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Qingdao per day?

Each day, there are between 11 and 14 nonstop flights that take off from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and land in Qingdao, with an average flight time of 1h 35m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 86 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Qingdao?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Shanghai to Qingdao?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at 6:50 am and will be landing in Qingdao at 8:30 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Shanghai to Qingdao?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Qingdao jets off at 10:25 pm and lands at 11:55 pm.

Good to know

High season

September

Cheapest flight

$508
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
Flight from Shanghai to Qingdao

When to book flights from Shanghai to Qingdao

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Shanghai to Qingdao based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Shanghai to Qingdao flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Qingdao?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Qingdao was $508 for a round-trip ticket.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Shanghai and Qingdao?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Shanghai to Qingdao. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    Shanghai and Qingdao are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Shanghai from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and will be arriving at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Shanghai to Qingdao flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Shanghai and Qingdao, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    There are nonstop flights from Shanghai to Qingdao on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Shanghai to Qingdao.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Qingdao from Shanghai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Qingdao with an airline and back to Shanghai with another airline. Booking your flights between Shanghai and TAO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Shanghai to Qingdao?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Qingdao from Shanghai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SHA to Qingdao

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $116 or less one-way and $141 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly non-stop from Shanghai to Qingdao?

Find which airlines fly direct from Hongqiao Intl to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Monday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Tuesday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Wednesday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Thursday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Friday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Saturday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Sunday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

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Nonstop returns

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Monday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Tuesday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Wednesday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Thursday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Friday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Saturday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

Sunday

Air China, China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, +4 more

Air China, China Eastern, +5 more

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Top airline flying from Shanghai to Qingdao

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Shanghai to Qingdao. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Shanghai to Qingdao? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.1
China EasternOverall score based on 540 reviews
7.5Boarding
6.7Entertainment
7.1Comfort
7.6Crew
6.4Food
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For the price we paid, I couldn’t complain. Was good value for money. Service was excellent but food was mediocre. Crew were excellent and spoke English. You will never go hungry. The food was ample but was mediocre. Entertainment limited and wifi doesn’t all allow you to access some social media. The best part was comfortable seats and bed (business class) with a screen to close out the rest of the cabin.

10.0 ExcellentShagen, May 2024PVG - CAI
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For the price we paid, I couldn’t complain. Was good value for money. Service was excellent but food was mediocre. Crew were excellent and spoke English. You will never go hungry. The food was ample but was mediocre. Entertainment limited and wifi doesn’t all allow you to access some social media. The best part was comfortable seats and bed (business class) with a screen to close out the rest of the cabin.

For the price we paid, we had a really good flight. The seats and bed (business class) was extremely comfortable. I have no complaints. The crew were very attentive and helpful. They spoke English and there were no misunderstanding although their English wasn’t perfect or fluent. You will never go hungry as there was ample food and drinks but their food for mediocre. The entertainment was limited to older movies and the wifi didn’t allow you to access some Social media. Apart from the above, it was a very pleasant flight. Would highly recommend them.

Good airline for the price. The Air stewardess are great, nothing is to much trouble. Will use again.

The flight was cancelled without any reason. But the next flight to Shanghai has to be cancelled to pay penalty.

How do you run out of beer after one hour of a twelve hour flight?!

You’re in the three parts of my life, the China Eastern air crew remembered and wish me happy birthday. I was given pastries on two different occasions and a complementary drink. The stew is wish me happy birthday and gave me a birthday card. Everything was first class. Thank you.

2 hours delay on the 1st plane out of the day!!!!!

Multiple delays, with no explanation. Caused us to almost miss our connector. The airline made no effort when we arrived in Shanghai to help us make it to our next flight with the same airline.

Pros: "The flight was smooth. Food was on time . Wine is available for the anxious flyers who can’t sleep."
Cons: "Better softer hand soap , sprays and lotion . Sleep mask"
Cons: "delay of about 1 hour, we almost missed our international flight from beigin"

Shanghai - Qingdao Flights

Departure:

Shanghai (SHA)China

Destination:

Qingdao (TAO)China

Cabin classes:

$136

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