Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Guangzhou (Huadu) (TAO–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TAO–CAN is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 983 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U, EK | 49 | 320, 32N, 32Q, 738, 7M8 | 3h10-3h20 | – | SkyTeam | 3U, EK |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: CA | 28 | 320, 738 | 3h10-3h25 | – | Star Alliance | CA |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 21 | 321, 738 | 3h05-3h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| SC Shandong Airlines Also: CA | 21 | 320, 738 | 3h15-3h20 | – | – | CA |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Guangzhou (Huadu) from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→CAN | WEF→CAN | RIZ→CAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 57 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 190 | 3 | 4 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 2h 27m | 3h 5m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · CAN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu).
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.
Metro Line 3 North Extension connects T1 and T2 to the city centre (30–40 min, ¥8–10). Trains run until around midnight. Airport shuttle buses serve Guangzhou East, Tianhe Coach Terminal, and other zones (¥26–36, 40–70 min).Taxis from the arrivals area use a meter; Guangzhou city centre costs ¥80–130 with highway tolls added. DiDi ride-hail is widely available and typically costs less. High-speed rail connections to Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and other Pearl River Delta cities are available from Guangzhou South station (metro transfer required).
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers are long, hot, and extremely humid (28–35°C from May–September) with heavy rain and typhoon risk. Tropical storms regularly cause cancellations in July and August. Winters are mild and dry (8–18°C) with some fog in January–February that can delay departures.
Spring (March–April) is warm but wet with persistent drizzle. Autumn (October–November) is the most comfortable period with lower humidity and clear skies. Air quality varies. Pollution combined with humidity creates haze that occasionally reduces visibility.
TAO–CAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to CAN
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines and Hainan Airlines. With 190 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to CAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to CAN is about 3 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 983 miles (1,583 km). There are approximately 190 weekly flights outbound and 196 return, totaling 386 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nanjing Lukou, Nanping Wuyishan and Ningbo Lishe. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Weifang (Kuiwen) (WEF), Rizhao (Donggang) (RIZ) and Yantai (YNT).