Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Ho Chi Minh City (TAO–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TAO–SGN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Shandong Airlines and Qingdao Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,954 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC Shandong Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 5h20 | – | – | – |
| QW Qingdao Airlines | 4 | 320 | 5h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→SGN | TNA→SGN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 7 |
| Flight time | 5h 15m | 4h 55m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · SGN: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 5:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City.
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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–SGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to SGN
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) are connected by nonstop service from Qingdao Airlines and Shandong Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TAO to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to SGN ranges from 5 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,954 miles (3,145 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jinan (Licheng) (TNA).