Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Atlanta (TAO–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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✦ 1-Stop connections via 3 hubs
ICN Seoul 16h 5m 7CFMKE → DLKE Seoul (ICN) to Atlanta flights
LHR London 34h 25m JD → AFAYBA London (LHR) to Atlanta flights
HND Tokyo 37h 30m NHSC → DLVN Tokyo (HND) to Atlanta flights
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Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Atlanta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-12h behind

While no nonstop service exists between TAO and ATL, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for TAO to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
ICN ~16h 5m LHR ~34h 25m HND ~37h 30m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
520
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
TAO → ATL
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
54%
Return
ATL → TAO
24%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
24%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-12h
Atlanta is 12 hours behind Qingdao (Jiaozhou).
TAO: CST · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 AM in Atlanta.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to TAO

Qingdao Metro Line 8 connects Qingdao North Railway Station and the urban rail network to Jiaodong Airport in 40–50 minutes for CNY 10–15. The new Jiaodong Airport replaced the former Liuting Airport in 2021 and is located further from the city centre (~55 km from downtown). Airport shuttle buses depart from major city transport hubs for CNY 30–40.DiDi and taxis from central Qingdao cost CNY 120–180 depending on traffic. Driving via Jihe Expressway and the airport spur takes 50–70 minutes in normal conditions. The greater distance from the city means surface travel times are longer than at the former airport.

Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

TAO–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Atlanta route.
Route details
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: TAO
Full nameQingdao Jiaodong International Airport
IATA / ICAOTAO / ZSQD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr24.0M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
Destination: ATL
Full nameHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TAO to ATL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Incheon, London Heathrow and Tokyo Haneda.
Atlanta is 12 hours behind Qingdao (Jiaozhou).
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Incheon, London Heathrow and Tokyo Haneda. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.