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      Flight deals from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs33,682. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Qingdao.Rs16,841 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,841, select.
      Qingdao.Rs17,126 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,126, select.
      Qingdao.Rs17,424 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,424, select.
      Qingdao.Rs54,410 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs54,410, select.
      Qingdao.Rs56,767 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs56,767, select.
      Qingdao.Rs56,887 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs56,887, select.
      Qingdao.Rs57,648 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,648, select.
      Qingdao.Rs59,329 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shanghai Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,329, select.
      Qingdao.Rs87,913 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 15 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs87,913, select.
      Qingdao.Rs117,712 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs117,712, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Aug
      from Rs17,424
      Sep
      from Rs16,841
      Oct
      from Rs17,126
      Nov
      from Rs54,410
      Dec
      from Rs56,767
      Jan
      from Rs56,887
      Feb
      from Rs59,329
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      Apr
      from Rs117,712
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      Direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao

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      Sichuan Airlines
      Tibet Airlines
      Xiamen Airlines

      Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Qingdao.

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      Shanghai to Qingdao: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundRs16,841
      Cheapest month to flySeptember
      Average flight time1 hr, 38 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Eastern
      Average flights per week157

      Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao is Rs33,682. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      1 hour and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao.
      China Eastern, Air China and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao.
      As of August 2026, there are 157 flights per week flying from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao.
      The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao to Qingdao is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 38 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Qingdao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Qingdao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Shandong Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Qingdao.

      Travelling from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Qingdao Airport (TAO): what you need to know

      • Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport.

      • Shanghai and Qingdao are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

      • There are 91 Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport flights every week.

      • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your SHA to TAO flight.

      • Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Qingdao adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of China:

      • Shandong Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

      • With a dependable 96.72% of services arriving as scheduled, Shanghai Airlines is the most punctual carrier for SHA to TAO flights.

      • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SHA and TAO:

        • Beijing Capital Airport

        • Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

        • Dalian Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Qingdao Airport (TAO)

      • At the moment, Rs16,841 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs33,682. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

      • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SHA to TAO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

      • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SHA to TAO.

      • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)

      • You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

      • 85% of flights leaving Shanghai Hongqiao Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SHA.

      • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

      • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SHA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

      Arriving at Qingdao Airport (TAO)

      When to fly to Qingdao Airport (TAO)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Qingdao based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

      • Book your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Qingdao Airport for July if you'd like to visit Qingdao during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.

      • January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 5ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SHA to TAO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

      Explore more of China

      • Qingdao is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. Around 434 kilometres north-west of Qingdao, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.

      • Nanjing is another standout destination in China and is around 467 kilometres south of Qingdao. No journey is complete without dropping by Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Qingdao

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.