Xianyang (Weicheng) to Qingdao (Jiaozhou) (XIY–TAO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XIY–TAO is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines and Air Changan lead the route. The flight covers 652 miles in approximately 2h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 31 | 319, 320, 321, 32N | 1h50-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| SC Shandong Airlines Also: ZH | 30 | 738 | 1h32-2h20 | – | – | ZH |
| 9H Air Changan | 7 | 738 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h10 | – | – | – |
| JD Jet Aviation Flight Services | 7 | 320 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
| GS Grant Aviation | 3 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Qingdao (Jiaozhou) from Xianyang (Weicheng)
| Metric | XIY→TAO | YCU→TAO | WDS→TAO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XIY | – | 138 mi | 178 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 117 | 7 | 8 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 1h 45m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
XIY: CST · TAO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xianyang (Weicheng), it's 6:00 PM in Qingdao (Jiaozhou).
Xi'an Metro Line 14 opened in 2024 and connects Xi'an North (high-speed rail station) to T5 at Xianyang Airport in 30–35 minutes (¥6). This replaced the previous airport shuttle bus as the default transit option for most travelers. Line 14 also connects to Xi'an central via transfers at Xi'an North.Airport shuttle buses still serve the city centre and Bell Tower area (¥30, 50–70 min). Taxis from Xi'an Zhonglou (Bell Tower area) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–60 minutes on the G30 expressway. DiDi is widely used. The airport is 47 km northwest of the city centre.
Metro Line 8 runs from the airport to central Qingdao and Qingdao North Station (high-speed rail) in 40–50 minutes for CNY 10–15. Airport shuttle buses serve multiple city districts and the coastal tourist areas for CNY 30–40. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CNY 120–180. The distance from downtown makes metro or shuttle the more practical option for most destinations.
Qingdao North Station connects via high-speed rail to Beijing (around 3h), Jinan, and other regional cities. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall of the new terminal.
Temperate monsoon climate moderated by the Yellow Sea. Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 24–30°C with monsoon rainfall; Qingdao is cooler and breezier than inland Shandong cities. Sea fog (known locally as pinglu) is a significant disruption risk from April through July, frequently reducing visibility at the coast and occasionally affecting the airport.
Winters (December–February) are cold and dry at −4 to 5°C, with occasional snow from continental air masses. Spring and autumn are mild and pleasant. The sea fog season (spring–early summer) is the primary driver of delays unique to Qingdao compared with other Chinese airports.
XIY–TAO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XIY to TAO
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) and Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Air Changan, Hainan Airlines, Jet Aviation Flight Services and Grant Aviation. With 117 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
XIY to TAO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XIY to TAO is about 2 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 652 miles (1,049 km). There are approximately 117 weekly flights outbound and 138 return, totaling 255 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hefei Xinqiao, Dalian Zhoushuizi and Chongqing Jiangbei. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yuncheng (Yanhu) (YCU) and Shiyan (Maojian) (WDS).