On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Nanjing — Qingdao route. The distance between the cities is just 468 km, with approximately 10 flights per week operating on this route.
Flights are operated by Shandong Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. Ticket prices change constantly, so use the low-price calendar to find the best deals, and check out information on how to get to Nanjing airport and how to get from Qingdao airport.
The table shows direct flights Nanjing → Qingdao on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 55 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern and Shandong Airlines. Departures from Nanjing Lukou International Airport airports, arrivals at Qingdao Jiaodong 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 Nanjing — Qingdao by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 423 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,769 in J. 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.
Nanjing → Qingdao, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 406 | high | May | AED 406 | high | Sep | AED 359 | medium |
| Feb | AED 425 | high | Jun | AED 368 | medium | Oct | AED 350 | medium |
| Mar | AED 321 | low | Jul | AED 449 | high | Nov | AED 321 | low |
| Apr | AED 331 | low | Aug | AED 444 | high | Dec | AED 326 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Qingdao is characterized by warm summers and cool winters. The hottest month is August, with an average temperature of 28.9°C, while the rainiest is July, with up to 242 mm of precipitation. January is the coldest month, when temperatures drop to -2.9°C.
According to monitoring data, the most cost-effective month to fly is July, with ticket prices starting AED 500. The peak price period is January, when the minimum fare increases to AED 1,769.
September is considered the optimal time for a trip: it remains comfortably warm at around 25.9°C, and rainfall is significantly lower than in mid-summer. It is recommended to avoid January due to peak flight costs and low temperatures.
Two airlines operate on this route, with the main carriers being Shandong Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. The short distance of 468 km allows for quick direct flights, and the total number of flights reaches 10 per week. You can find detailed information about the flight schedule and fare options in the interactive list below.
Flights Nanjing — Qingdao depart from Nanjing Lukou International Airport and arrive at Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 468 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 45–55 minutes, excluding taxiing time at airports.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Shandong Airlines (SC) and China Eastern Airlines (MU).
Flights from Nanjing arrive at Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO).
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on demand. You can always check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, which is the fastest and most convenient way to travel between the cities.
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