Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Guiyang (Nanming) (TAO–KWE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TAO–KWE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Shandong Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,034 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 738 | 3h25-3h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| SC Shandong Airlines | 14 | 738, 73H | 3h15-3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Guiyang (Nanming) from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→KWE | RIZ→KWE | LYG→KWE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 79 mi | 144 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 4 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 2h 50m | 3h |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · KWE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Guiyang (Nanming).
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 2 to central Guiyang (Lincheng Donglu) costs ¥6–8 and takes 35 minutes. Trains run until around 22:30; late arrivals must use a taxi or DiDi.
Taxis from the airport rank cost ¥40–70 to the city center. DiDi is available and runs ¥35–60. Airport shuttle buses to Guiyang North Station (¥15) and downtown hotels (¥10) are cost-effective with luggage. Rental cars are available in the arrivals hall.
Guiyang has a subtropical highland climate. Despite its latitude, the altitude (~1,100m) keeps temperatures mild year-round. Winters (December–February) are cool at 3–10°C with persistent overcast and drizzle. Freezing rain occurs occasionally and is the main icing disruption risk at the airport.
Summers (June–August) are warm and rainy at 24–29°C. The city sees very high cloud cover for much of the year. Guizhou province is known in China as the "sky of ten days without clear skies." Low cloud and fog are regular operational factors from November through March. The most reliable weather is September through October.
TAO–KWE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to KWE
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Shandong Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to KWE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to KWE ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,034 miles (1,664 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 62 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via JUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rizhao (Donggang) (RIZ), Lianyungang (LYG) and Jinan (Licheng) (TNA).