Rizhao (Donggang) to Qingdao (Jiaozhou) (RIZ–TAO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
RIZ–TAO had nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, last on the schedule in August 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 79 miles in 0h 30m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Qingdao (Jiaozhou) from Rizhao (Donggang)
| Metric | RIZ→TAO | TNA→TAO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from RIZ | – | 155 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 30m | 2h 3m |
Travel Essentials
RIZ: CST · TAO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Rizhao (Donggang), it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou).
Metro Line 8 runs from the airport to central Qingdao and Qingdao North Station (high-speed rail) in 40–50 minutes for CNY 10–15. Airport shuttle buses serve multiple city districts and the coastal tourist areas for CNY 30–40. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CNY 120–180. The distance from downtown makes metro or shuttle the more practical option for most destinations.
Qingdao North Station connects via high-speed rail to Beijing (around 3h), Jinan, and other regional cities. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall of the new terminal.
Temperate monsoon climate moderated by the Yellow Sea. Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 24–30°C with monsoon rainfall; Qingdao is cooler and breezier than inland Shandong cities. Sea fog (known locally as pinglu) is a significant disruption risk from April through July, frequently reducing visibility at the coast and occasionally affecting the airport.
Winters (December–February) are cold and dry at −4 to 5°C, with occasional snow from continental air masses. Spring and autumn are mild and pleasant. The sea fog season (spring–early summer) is the primary driver of delays unique to Qingdao compared with other Chinese airports.
RIZ–TAO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RIZ to TAO
Rizhao Shanzihe Airport (RIZ) and Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) had nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, last on the schedule in August 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
RIZ to TAO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RIZ to TAO is about 0 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 79 miles (127 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dalian Zhoushuizi, Wuhan Tianhe and Changchun Longjia. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jinan (Licheng) (TNA).