Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Lanzhou (Yongdeng) (TAO–LHW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TAO–LHW is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines and Shandong Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 914 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 21 | 320, 321, 32N | 2h45-3h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| QW Qingdao Airlines Also: 3U | 7 | 320 | 2h50 | – | – | 3U |
| SC Shandong Airlines Also: ZH | 4 | 738 | 2h55 | – | – | ZH |
| CA Air China | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Lanzhou (Yongdeng) from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→LHW | YNT→LHW | TNA→LHW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 102 mi | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 41 | 7 | 35 |
| Flight time | 2h 50m | 2h 45m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · LHW: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Lanzhou (Yongdeng).
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.
TAO–LHW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to LHW
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines and Air China. With 41 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to LHW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to LHW is about 2 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 914 miles (1,471 km). There are approximately 41 weekly flights outbound and 40 return, totaling 81 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dalian Zhoushuizi, Shiyan Wudangshan and Beijing Capital. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yantai (YNT), Jinan (Licheng) (TNA) and Huai'an (HIA).