On this page, you can find and book flights from Qingdao to Shanghai. The flight on this route is quick, as the distance between the cities is only 546 km, and flight frequency reaches up to 126 departures per week.
Services are provided by Juneyao Airlines, Shandong Airlines, and China Eastern. To find the best deal, use the price trend chart and check the information on how to get to the departure airport and how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Qingdao → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern, Shandong Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and China Southern. Departures from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Qingdao — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 306 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 654 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Qingdao → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 451 | high | May | AED 436 | high | Sep | AED 371 | medium |
| Feb | AED 441 | high | Jun | AED 361 | medium | Oct | AED 471 | high |
| Mar | AED 326 | low | Jul | AED 416 | high | Nov | AED 331 | low |
| Apr | AED 341 | low | Aug | AED 426 | high | Dec | AED 351 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures reaching up to 32.3°C, while January is the coolest. The highest rainfall occurs in June, with up to 15 rainy days, which can significantly affect humidity levels.
The lowest airfares are typically seen in June, with prices starting AED 306. The most expensive period to fly is April, when one-way fares can rise AED 653.
For a good balance between cost and weather, consider traveling in September. During this time, the intense heat subsides, and ticket prices start AED 338, which is significantly more affordable than the spring and winter peaks.
A total of 5 airlines operate on the Qingdao—Shanghai route, with China Eastern Airlines and Shandong Airlines being the leaders in terms of flight frequency. Almost all flights are non-stop, ensuring a steady daily connection between the cities. A more detailed schedule and a list of all available carriers are provided in the section below.
Flights Qingdao — Shanghai depart from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight between the cities, covering a distance of 546 km, takes an average of about 1 hour.
Regular flights are operated by China Eastern Airlines (MU), Shandong Airlines (SC), Juneyao Airlines (HO), Shanghai Airlines (FM), and China Southern Airlines (CZ).
Yes, there are approximately 126 direct flights per week on this route, making it very convenient for travel planning.
Flights from Qingdao on this route arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Prices fluctuate based on the season and demand; you can track the current minimums and price trends in the charts on this page.
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