On this page, you can find and book flights from Qingdao to Nanjing. This 468 km route is operated regularly, with about 13 weekly flights available for both business and leisure travel.
Flights on this route are operated by Shandong Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-fare calendar and checking how to get to Qingdao Airport in advance, as well as choosing the best transport to get from Nanjing Airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Qingdao → Nanjing on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern and Shandong Airlines. Departures from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport airports, arrivals at Nanjing Lukou 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 — Nanjing by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 397 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,148 in n. 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 → Nanjing, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 543 | high | May | AED 532 | high | Sep | AED 489 | medium |
| Feb | AED 570 | high | Jun | AED 478 | medium | Oct | AED 543 | high |
| Mar | AED 445 | low | Jul | AED 516 | high | Nov | AED 435 | low |
| Apr | AED 489 | medium | Aug | AED 516 | high | Dec | AED 473 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Nanjing is characterized by hot and humid summers: peak temperatures occur in August, reaching around 32.2°C, while maximum rainfall is observed in July. The coldest month is January, with an average daytime temperature of about 7.8°C, while December and January remain the driest periods.
From a budget perspective, it is most advantageous to plan your flight for July, when ticket prices start AED 430. Currently, the most expensive month to travel is March, with minimum prices starting AED 1,152.
As a compromise between comfortable weather and flight cost, consider traveling in October or November, when temperatures are mild and rainfall is low. It is recommended that those who do not tolerate high humidity and frequent rain well avoid traveling in July, despite the availability of cheap flights.
Two airlines operate regular flights on this route, the main ones being Shandong Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. Direct flights are available to passengers, with a total frequency of about 13 departures per week. You can check the detailed schedule and choose a convenient day of the week in the interactive list below.
Flights Qingdao — Nanjing depart from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport and arrive at Nanjing Lukou International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The direct distance between the cities is 468 km. Typically, aircraft cover this distance in about 1 hour and 10 minutes, although the exact time depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Shandong Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. There are about 13 flights per week in total.
All direct and transit flights from Qingdao arrive at Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG).
Airfare prices change constantly depending on demand and booking time. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
To find the best deals, it is recommended to start monitoring prices 4–6 weeks before your planned trip and look for mid-week flights.
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