What percentage of Guangzhou to Qingdao flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 48.4% of flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao were direct. For travelers who opt for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This indicates that nearly half of the available options for this route typically involve no layovers.

How long does it take to fly from Guangzhou to Qingdao?

A direct flight from Guangzhou to Qingdao typically takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 1585 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 8 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes compared to those involving a layover.

Should I set a price alert for Guangzhou to Qingdao flights?

Historically, price fluctuations for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao have been frequent over the trailing 30 days. This pattern suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to find a more favorable deal. Frequent price changes indicate opportunities for potential savings if one monitors the route closely.

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2026-08-18 – 2026-08-23
CAN - Qingdao
48% AI deal score
CN¥1,574
CN¥1,281
Round trip
2026-08-26 – 2026-08-31
CAN - Qingdao
45% AI deal score
CN¥1,546
CN¥1,403
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2026-08-24 – 2026-08-28
CAN - Qingdao
48% AI deal score
CN¥1,562
CN¥1,593
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2026-08-27 – 2026-08-28
CAN - Qingdao
48% AI deal score
CN¥1,564
CN¥1,593
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2026-08-21 – 2026-08-23
CAN - Qingdao
41% AI deal score
CN¥1,603
CN¥1,640
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2026-08-28 – 2026-08-31
CAN - Qingdao
47% AI deal score
CN¥1,556
CN¥1,667
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2026-08-19 – 2026-08-28
CAN - Qingdao
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CN¥1,427
CN¥1,667
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2026-08-19 – 2026-08-24
CAN - Qingdao
48% AI deal score
CN¥1,574
CN¥1,667
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2026-08-23 – 2026-08-24
CAN - Qingdao
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CN¥1,571
CN¥1,674
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2026-08-23 – 2026-08-28
CAN - Qingdao
47% AI deal score
CN¥1,545
CN¥1,674
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Guangzhou to Qingdao: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao

A meaningful share of recent fares for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao are non-stop, with the remaining itineraries typically including 1 connection. This means you have options for direct travel, but many routes will involve a stop. The overall journey from Guangzhou to Qingdao is classified as medium-haul, covering a distance of 1,585 kilometers.

Right now, when considering cheap flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao, fares are typically between $179 and $351, with a median price of $225. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Qingdao, May stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $223. Following closely are August and September, both offering median fares of $233. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

A typical journey from Guangzhou to Qingdao takes approximately 5h 50m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stops, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Qingdao

Regular price: CN¥1,082 - CN¥1,988

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 1082 CNY to 1988 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1165 CNY with 9 Air, for travel from Sep 3 to Sep 10.

now CN¥1,165

Low CN¥1,082

High CN¥1,988

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Qingdao

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Qingdao is May, with a median price of $223. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $487. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥223

June

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥487

Jan

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Mar

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Jul

Aug

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Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao

9 Air

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Qingdao

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Qingdao

Guangzhou (CAN) - Qingdao (TAO)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,633

CN¥2,215

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Qingdao

Guangzhou (CAN) - Qingdao (TAO)

Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥1,821

CN¥2,059

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Qingdao

Guangzhou (CAN) - Qingdao (TAO)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,506

CN¥1,815

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Qingdao

Guangzhou (CAN) - Qingdao (TAO)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,623

CN¥1,828

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Qingdao

Guangzhou (CAN) - Qingdao (TAO)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,630

CN¥1,862

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Qingdao

Guangzhou (CAN) - Qingdao (TAO)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,344

CN¥1,876

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

CN¥3,102 → CN¥2,059

34%

5 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 9

CN¥3,088 → CN¥2,201

29%

2 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 21

CN¥2,372 → CN¥1,835

23%

4 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 11

CN¥2,601 → CN¥2,235

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Qingdao

Guangzhou - Qingdao route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Guangzhou to Qingdao are above the typical level of $225.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $223.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights, 5h 50m median duration

Flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao typically take 5 hours and 50 minutes, covering 1585 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights

Approximately 48.4% of recent flights on this route are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

9 Air offers direct flights

9 Air has provided direct flights on the Guangzhou to Qingdao route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao are frequently available.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Qingdao.

📍 ~29 km from Guangzhou city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Qingdao main airports to arrive at

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)

Cheapest

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights to Qingdao.

📍 ~22 km from Qingdao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Airports nearby Qingdao used as alternative

Yantai Penglai (YNT)

Consider Yantai Penglai as a useful alternative due to its strong regional connectivity within Shandong province.

📍 ~135 km from Qingdao (reachable by high-speed rail and highway)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,545

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Qingdao

50% AI deal score

$851

From CAN

Elite

Sep 29

Qingdao, China

50% AI deal score

$852

From CAN

Elite

Oct 19

Qingdao, China

50% AI deal score

$852

From CAN

Elite

Oct 01

Qingdao, China

50% AI deal score

$852

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Qingdao

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $224. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $358. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows a higher average price of $397, based on observations across the trailing 90 days.

A good price for a flight from Guangzhou to Qingdao is considered to be around $179 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during the same period was $225, while prices in the upper quartile could go up to $351 or more.

Based on historical data over the trailing 270 days, May, August, and September have typically offered some of the most favorable median prices for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao. The annual median price for this route is $225. While August is listed among the cheapest months with a median of $233, it also represents the most expensive month when considering the overall price distribution.

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Guangzhou to Qingdao: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Qingdao

Regular price: CN¥1,082 - CN¥1,988

Prices for flights from Guangzhou to Qingdao are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 1082 CNY to 1988 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1165 CNY with 9 Air, for travel from Sep 3 to Sep 10.

now CN¥1,165

Low CN¥1,082

High CN¥1,988

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Qingdao

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥223

June

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥487

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec