Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Narita (TAO–NRT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NH All Nippon Airways | 9 | 76F | 2h50-2h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SC Shandong Airlines | 4 | 73F | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · NRT: JST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 7:00 PM in Narita.
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.
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.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TAO to NRT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to NRT is about 2 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,133 miles (1,823 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Incheon, Chubu Centrair and Dalian Zhoushuizi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.