Cheap Flights from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong

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      Compare Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Shanghai Pudong

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      Flight deals from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,227. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      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 July.

      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 1,032
      Cheapest month to flyJuly
      Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Eastern
      Average flights per week212

      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 2,019. 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 40 minutes is the average flight time from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong.
      China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines and Air France fly direct from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong.
      As of July 2026, there are 212 flights per week flying from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong.
      The cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai Pudong is usually July.
      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 Thursday, 16 July 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 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.

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

      Currently, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

      Travelling from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know

      • The average time for a direct flight from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

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

      • Every week, there are 76 Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights.

      • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TAO to PVG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

      • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

      • There's a good range of direct flights from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport to choose from. When organising your Shanghai trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of China:

      • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Shandong Airlines.

      • With an impressive 93.97% of services arriving as scheduled, China Eastern has the best on-time performance for TAO to PVG flights.

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

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight is R 1,032. A return plane ticket is currently R 2,019. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

      • It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from TAO to PVG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

      • May is the cheapest month for flights from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

      • Landing cheap flights from TAO to PVG is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

      • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Qingdao Airport (TAO)

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

      • Qingdao Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 87% of flights that take off from TAO arrive at their destination as scheduled.

      • Central Qingdao to Qingdao Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

      • Have an early flight from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to TAO:

      Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

      Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

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

      • Shanghai Pudong Airport to the centre of Shanghai has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

      • Getting there by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

      When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • When reserving your flight from Qingdao Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

      • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TAO to PVG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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