Qingdao (Jiaozhou) to Shenzhen (TAO–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TAO–SZX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,020 miles in approximately 3h. Beyond nonstop, 74 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 18 | 321, 32Q | 3h15-3h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Qingdao (Jiaozhou)
| Metric | TAO→SZX | WEF→SZX | YNT→SZX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAO | – | 57 mi | 102 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 158 | 7 | 42 |
| Flight time | 3h | 2h 45m | 3h 15m |
Travel Essentials
TAO: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou), it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
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 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
TAO–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAO to SZX
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Hainan Airlines. With 158 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TAO to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAO to SZX ranges from 3 hours 0 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,020 miles (1,642 km). There are approximately 158 weekly flights outbound and 151 return, totaling 309 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
74 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YIH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Weifang (Kuiwen) (WEF), Yantai (YNT) and Dongying (Kenli) (DOY).