Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Changsha (Changsha) (TAO–CSX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TAO–CSX is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. Shandong Airlines, China Southern Airlines and Xiamen Air lead the route. The flight covers 692 miles in approximately 2h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC Shandong Airlines Also: CA, ZH | 18 | 738, 7M8 | 2h30-2h35 | – | – | CA, ZH |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 320, 32N | 2h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MF Xiamen Air Also: 3U | 7 | 738 | 2h40 | – | – | 3U |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 321 | 2h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| QW Qingdao Airlines Also: 3U | 6 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – | 3U |
| BK Potomac Air | 4 | 73W | 2h25 | – | – | – |
| JD Jet Aviation Flight Services | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Changsha (Changsha) from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→CSX | WEF→CSX | RIZ→CSX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 57 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 88 | – | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 33m | 2h 20m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · CSX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha).
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 6 runs directly from the terminal to the city centre and Changsha South Station (high-speed rail) in about 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 80–130. Airport buses serve multiple city zones for CNY 20.Changsha South Station connects to a dense high-speed rail network; Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Beijing are within 3–4 hours. All major rental car brands maintain airport desks.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 30–36°C with heavy monsoon rainfall and regular thunderstorms causing delays. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp at 3–10°C. Changsha sees occasional light snow and ice that can disrupt ground operations despite mild temperatures.
Spring is rainy and overcast; autumn (September–October) is the most comfortable season. High humidity is a constant factor from May through September. Pack light, breathable clothing.
TAO–CSX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to CSX
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) are connected by nonstop service from Shandong Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Air, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Potomac Air and Jet Aviation Flight Services. With 88 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to CSX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to CSX is about 2 hours 33 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 692 miles (1,114 km). There are approximately 88 weekly flights outbound and 78 return, totaling 166 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hangzhou Xiaoshan, Ningbo Lishe and Shanghai Hongqiao. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Weifang (Kuiwen) (WEF), Rizhao (Donggang) (RIZ) and Yantai (YNT).