Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Singapore (TAO–SIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TAO–SIN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Scoot leads the route. The flight covers 2,629 miles in approximately 6h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 48 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR Scoot Also: SQ | 6 | 788 | 6h20 | – | – | SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Singapore from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→SIN | TNA→SIN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 12 | 7 |
| Flight time | 6h 20m | 6h 25m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · SIN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Singapore.
Chinese passport holders enter Singapore visa-free for up to 30 days under a mutual exemption agreement effective since February 2024. An SG Arrival Card must be submitted online within 3 days before arrival. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. Proof of onward travel and sufficient funds may be requested at immigration.
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.
MRT from T1/T2/T3 to City Hall takes about 30 minutes (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link card). Trains run from 5:31am to midnight. For Terminal 4, take the free inter-terminal shuttle bus to T2 first.
Taxis from arrivals cost S$20–35 to Orchard or Marina Bay, including airport surcharge (S$5) and possible peak surcharges. Grab is cheaper and very reliable in Singapore. Coach buses serve Johor Bahru (Malaysia) from the airport.
Equatorial climate with no true seasons, hot (26–33°C) and humid year-round. Changi is one of the most reliable airports in Asia for flight operations: thunderstorm cells are intense but brief, typically clearing within 1–2 hours. Most delays are weather-related and short.
Northeast monsoon (November–January) brings the most consistent rain, sometimes for days at a time. Haze from Indonesian forest fires (typically August–October) occasionally reduces visibility and triggers air quality warnings, but rarely grounds flights. Changi's operational efficiency means it handles weather disruptions better than most airports its size.
TAO–SIN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to SIN
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) are connected by nonstop service from Scoot. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TAO to SIN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to SIN ranges from 6 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,629 miles (4,231 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
48 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via SYX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jinan (Licheng) (TNA).