Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Shanghai (Pudong) (TAO–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TAO–PVG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air and Shandong Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 374 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: AF, EY, KL, QF | 45 | 319, 320, 32N, 32S | 1h25-1h55 | – | SkyTeam | AF, EY, KL, QF |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: CA, ZH | 21 | 320 | 1h16-1h50 | – | – | CA, ZH |
| SC Shandong Airlines Also: CA, ZH | 21 | 738 | 1h13-1h45 | – | – | CA, ZH |
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: BA | 7 | 320 | 1h30 | – | SkyTeam | BA |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| AY Finnair | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→PVG | RIZ→PVG | YNT→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 79 mi | 102 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 170 | – | 88 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 40m | 1h 35m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
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.
Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.
Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.
TAO–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to PVG
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Shandong Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Finnair. With 170 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to PVG is about 1 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 374 miles (602 km). There are approximately 170 weekly flights outbound and 156 return, totaling 326 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dalian Zhoushuizi, Nanchang Changbei and Incheon. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rizhao (Donggang) (RIZ), Yantai (YNT) and Dongying (Kenli) (DOY).