Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Moscow (TAO–SVO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TAO–SVO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Capital Airlines and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,919 miles in approximately 9h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JD Capital Airlines | 4 | 333 | 9h30 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 3 | 333 | 9h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · SVO: MSK
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 1:00 PM in Moscow.
Chinese passport holders enter Russia visa-free for up to 30 days under a decree effective from December 1, 2025 through September 14, 2026. The exemption covers tourism, business, family visits, transit, and cultural or sports events. A valid ordinary Chinese passport is the only document required at the border. Work, study, and long-term residency still require a standard Russian visa.
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–SVO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to SVO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) are connected by nonstop service from Hainan Airlines and Capital Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TAO to SVO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to SVO ranges from 9 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,919 miles (6,306 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via SHE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.