Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Harbin (TAO–HRB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TAO–HRB is served by 9 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines and Qingdao Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 716 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 46 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 28 | 320, 321 | 1h55-2h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| SC Shandong Airlines Also: CA, ZH | 25 | 738 | 1h55-2h20 | – | – | CA, ZH |
| QW Qingdao Airlines Also: 3U | 18 | 320 | 2h-2h20 | – | – | 3U |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 320 | 2h-2h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 7 | 320 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
| PN West Air | 7 | 320 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
| FU Fuzhou Airlines | 4 | 737 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Harbin from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→HRB | WEF→HRB | RIZ→HRB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 57 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 156 | 7 | 4 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 2h 10m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · HRB: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Harbin.
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 runs from the airport to the city centre and Harbin Station in 40–50 minutes for CNY 6–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 60–100. Airport shuttle buses serve multiple zones and the railway station for CNY 20. In winter, confirm transportation availability; heavy snowfall occasionally disrupts surface transport temporarily.Harbin is a hub for northeast China (Manchuria) with connections to Shenyang, Dalian, Changchun, and cross-border routes to Russia. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.
Severe subarctic continental climate, one of the coldest major cities in China. Winters (November–March) are extreme, with temperatures regularly reaching −20 to −30°C and occasional lows below −35°C. Heavy snowfall, black ice, and extreme cold cause frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops. Harbin's famous Ice Festival runs January–February.
Summers (June–August) are short and warm at 22–30°C with low humidity and good flying conditions. Spring and autumn are brief transitional periods. Pack the heaviest possible cold-weather gear for winter travel. Thin layers are wholly inadequate.
TAO–HRB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to HRB
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Juneyao Air, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Air, China Eastern Airlines, West Air, Qingdao Airlines and Shandong Airlines. With 156 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to HRB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to HRB ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 716 miles (1,152 km). There are approximately 156 weekly flights outbound and 128 return, totaling 284 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YNT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Weifang (Kuiwen) (WEF), Rizhao (Donggang) (RIZ) and Yantai (YNT).