Shenyang to Qingdao (Jiaozhou) (SHE–TAO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SHE–TAO is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines and Spring Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 408 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC Shandong Airlines | 28 | 738, 7M8 | 1h35-1h45 | – | – | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines | 28 | 738, 7M8 | 1h35-1h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 1h45 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 32N | 1h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 7 | 738 | 1h35 | – | – | – |
| RY Jiangxi Air | 7 | 738 | 1h35 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 5 | 320 | 1h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| BK Potomac Air | 4 | 73W | 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 | 8 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 93 | 135 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 40m |
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 Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Air, Jiangxi Air, China Eastern Airlines and Potomac Air. With 93 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SHE to TAO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SHE to TAO is about 1 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 408 miles (656 km). There are approximately 93 weekly flights outbound and 108 return, totaling 201 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Changzhou Benniu, Incheon and Beijing Capital. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Changchun (CGQ).