Shenyang to Qingdao (Jiaozhou) (SHE–TAO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SHE–TAO is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 408 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 54 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 1h45 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 321 | 1h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 320 | 1h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| RY Jiangxi Air Also: MF | 7 | 738 | 1h35 | – | – | MF |
| BK Potomac Air | 4 | 739 | 1h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Qingdao (Jiaozhou) from Shenyang
| Metric | SHE→TAO | CGQ→TAO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SHE | – | 197 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 95 | 119 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
SHE: CST · TAO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenyang, it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou).
Metro Line 2 connects Shenyang's city center (Qingnian Dajie station) to the airport in about 30 minutes (¥5). Trains run frequently from around 06:00 to 22:00.
Taxis from downtown cost ¥50–80 and take 30–45 minutes. DiDi ride-shares are slightly cheaper at ¥40–70. Airport shuttle buses connect to Shenyang North and South railway stations for ¥15–20. In winter, add buffer time for ice and snow on the expressway.
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.
SHE–TAO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SHE to TAO
Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE) and Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines, Potomac Air, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Jiangxi Air. With 95 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SHE to TAO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SHE to TAO ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 408 miles (656 km). There are approximately 95 weekly flights outbound and 109 return, totaling 204 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via YNT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Changchun (CGQ).