Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Narita (TAO–NRT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
NH8506
NH All Nippon
76F
2:25 AM
CST
6:15 AM
JST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SC2405
SC Shandong
73F
3:05 AM
CST
6:50 AM
JST
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Narita
2 carriers, 6 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 1,133 mi 2h 45m nonstop +1h ahead 33 1-stop hubs

TAO–NRT is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. All Nippon Airways and Shandong Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,133 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop TAO–NRT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
NH All Nippon Airways 5 76F 2h50 Star Alliance
SC Shandong Airlines 1 73F 2h45
Aircraft on this route
73F Boeing 737 Freighter – SC
76F Boeing 767 Freighter – NH
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: NH (5 flights/wk, 83%)
Unaffiliated: SC (1 flights/wk, 17%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, TAO to NRT direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for TAO to NRT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,832
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Narita is 1 hour ahead of Qingdao (Jiaozhou).
TAO: CST · NRT: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 7:00 PM in Narita.
Distance & Flight Time
1,133 mi / 1,823 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 45m to 2h 50m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a visa to enter Japan. Tourist visas can be obtained electronically through the JAPAN eVISA system, with stays of 15 or 30 days. Single-entry, double-entry, and multiple-entry options are available depending on financial documentation and travel history. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Getting to TAO

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.

Getting from NRT

Keisei Skyliner (41 min to Ueno, ¥2,570) and Narita Express (N'EX, 60 min to Tokyo Station, ¥3,070) are the primary train options. Limousine buses serve major hotels throughout Tokyo, Yokohama, and even Osaka for ¥3,200–¥6,000. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are connected by free shuttle bus; Terminal 3 (LCC) is a 15-minute walk or shuttle from Terminal 2.

Rental car desks are in the arrivals halls. Highway Bus (cheaper than limousine) is available to many cities. IC card (Suica/Pasmo) works on Keisei and JR lines from NRT at standard fares.

Narita Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–September) are hot, very humid, and subject to the rainy season (tsuyu) in June–July, followed by typhoon season peaking in August–October. Typhoons can close Narita for 12–24 hours. The airport is particularly exposed on the Chiba plain. Temperatures reach 28–34°C.

Winters (December–February) are cool and dry at 3–10°C with clear skies. This is the most reliable flying season. Snow is infrequent but causes significant disruption when it occurs. The Kanto plain is ill-equipped for heavy snowfall. Spring (late March–April) is mild.

TAO–NRT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Narita route.
Route details
Distance1,133 mi / 1,823 km
Flight time2h 45m to 2h 50m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights6 out
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: TAO
IATA / ICAOTAO / ZSQD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr24.0M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
Destination: NRT
IATA / ICAONRT / RJAA
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr40.8M
Elevation141 ft / 43 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TAO to NRT flights.
Nonstop flights from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport to Narita International Airport take approximately 2h 45m to 2h 50m. The route covers 1,133 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: All Nippon Airways and Shandong Airlines.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from TAO to NRT.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through XIY, MFM, DLC, TAE, HAK, PVG, SGN, CJU, CAN, KIX, PEK, CKG, NGO, BKK, ICN, FOC, HGH, XMN, NGB, KUL, SZX, PUS, SYD, HRB, HKG, TPE, CGQ, SHE, TFU, SIN, DXB, HAN and MEL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Narita is 1 hour ahead of Qingdao (Jiaozhou).
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from TAO to NRT

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are connected by nonstop service from All Nippon Airways and Shandong Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

TAO to NRT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from TAO to NRT ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,133 miles (1,823 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via XIY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.