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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 2,434 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Qingdao on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,434, select.
Shanghai.R 2,561 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Air Busan.Outbound indirect flight with Air Busan, departs from Qingdao on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,561, select.
Shanghai.R 2,666 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Qingdao on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,666, select.
Shanghai.R 2,715 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,715, select.
Shanghai.R 2,758 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Qingdao on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,758, select.
Shanghai.R 2,779 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Qingdao on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,779, select.
Shanghai.R 2,848 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Qingdao on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,848, select.
Shanghai.R 2,861 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Qingdao on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,861, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from R 2,758
Sep
from R 2,434
Oct
from R 2,561
Nov
from R 2,848
Dec
from R 2,666
Jan
from R 2,715
Feb
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May
from R 8,137
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Jul
from R 2,891

Direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong

Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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

Qingdao to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,434
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week122

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong is R 4,762. 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 37 minutes is the average flight time from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Shenzhen Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong.
As of August 2025, there are 122 flights per week flying from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Saturday, 27 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 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 Shanghai Pudong 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.
Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Flying from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): 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 Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

  • Qingdao and Shanghai are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Take your pick of 89 weekly Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest available. Juneyao Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:20.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your TAO to PVG flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • There are direct flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, so getting to Shanghai (and then exploring more of China!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with China Southern Airlines on this route.

  • Juneyao Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers TAO to PVG flights. A dependable 95.8% of its services on this route arrive on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Currently, R 2,434 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,762. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from TAO to PVG, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from TAO to PVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • TAO's address is No.99 Minhang Road.

  • Qingdao Liuting International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TAO touch down on schedule 87.22% of the time.

  • Central Qingdao to Qingdao Liuting International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Catching an early flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to TAO:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TAO to PVG in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are among the biggest draws.

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