Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Shenyang (TAO–SHE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TAO–SHE is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 408 miles in approximately 1h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 1h40 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 32N | 1h50 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 320 | 1h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| QW Qingdao Airlines Also: 3U | 7 | 321 | 1h30 | – | – | 3U |
| BK Potomac Air | 4 | 73W | 1h30 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air Also: 3U | 0 | – | – | – | – | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenyang from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→SHE | WEF→SHE | RIZ→SHE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 57 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 109 | 3 | 3 |
| Flight time | 1h 27m | 1h 30m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · SHE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Shenyang.
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.
Metro Line 2 runs ¥5 to central Shenyang in 30 minutes. Trains depart from the station directly below the terminal. Last train around 22:00; late arrivals need a taxi.
Taxis to the city center cost ¥50–80 (30–45 min). DiDi is available and costs ¥40–70. Airport buses serve Shenyang North Station and downtown hotels for ¥15–20. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.
Cold continental climate. One of the harshest winters of any major Chinese hub. January temperatures average −13°C with extremes below −20°C. Heavy snow and blowing snow are significant disruption risks from November through March. Ice on runways and taxiways causes frequent de-icing delays.
Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 28–33°C, with occasional thunderstorms. Spring (April–May) is dry and windy with sandstorm risk from the Gobi affecting visibility. The most operationally stable months are September and October. Pack the heaviest possible cold-weather gear for winter travel. Temperatures occasionally drop below −25°C.
TAO–SHE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to SHE
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines, Potomac Air, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Air, China Eastern Airlines and Qingdao Airlines. With 109 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to SHE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to SHE ranges from 1 hours 27 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 408 miles (656 km). There are approximately 109 weekly flights outbound and 95 return, totaling 204 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via YNT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Weifang (Kuiwen) (WEF), Rizhao (Donggang) (RIZ) and Yantai (YNT).