What percentage of Qingdao to Osaka flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 38.4% of flights from Qingdao to Osaka have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Qingdao to Osaka?

The typical direct flight from Qingdao to Osaka has a median duration of 2 hours and 25 minutes. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time historically extends to 5 hours and 10 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1363 kilometers, contributing to these flight durations.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Qingdao to Osaka?

Historically, good prices on flights from Qingdao to Osaka have been available on a regular basis. This route is classified as offering regular deals, based on observations over a 30-day period. Travelers can typically find competitive pricing for this destination.

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Today’s best flight deals from Qingdao to Osaka

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September 1 - September 2

Cheapest

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,095

CN¥2,148

Round trip

August 3 - August 20

Earliest

TAO - Osaka

CN¥1,902

CN¥2,291

Round trip

August 18 - August 25

Best

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,174

CN¥2,298

Round trip

August 28 - August 30

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,262

CN¥2,311

Round trip

August 19 - August 27

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,081

CN¥2,338

Round trip

August 7 - August 15

Best

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,126

CN¥2,338

Round trip

August 12 - August 22

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,037

CN¥2,345

Round trip

August 3 - August 13

Earliest

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,064

CN¥2,352

Round trip

September 3 - September 6

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,064

CN¥2,372

Round trip

September 9 - September 16

TAO - Osaka

CN¥2,003

CN¥2,453

Round trip

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Qingdao to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Qingdao to Osaka

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Qingdao to Osaka, the data shows that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $209. Following closely, July offers a median fare of $217, and June is also a good option at $230. These months present the best opportunities for cost-effective travel on this route.

Fares for flights from Qingdao to Osaka typically range from $228 to $294, with a median price of $252. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 13% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals for this route show up several times a week, indicating a regular flow of opportunities to find good value.

When flying from Qingdao to Osaka, most itineraries connect at least once, with direct flights from Qingdao to Osaka making up 38.4% of recent fares. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you will likely encounter a layover on your journey.

A typical journey from Qingdao to Osaka takes approximately 4h 50m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between Qingdao and Osaka is 1,363 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This indicates a relatively quick journey suitable for short trips or efficient travel between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Qingdao to Osaka

Regular price: CN¥1,658 - CN¥2,599

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

The regular price range for this route is 1658 CNY to 2599 CNY. The current lowest deal is 2298 CNY with T'way Air, for travel from Aug 3-Aug 20.

now CN¥2,298

Low CN¥1,658

High CN¥2,599

The cheapest time to fly from Qingdao to Osaka

The cheapest month to fly from TAO to OSA is May, with a median price of $209. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $395. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥209

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥395

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Direct flights from Qingdao to Osaka

Shandong Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Qingdao to Osaka

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Osaka

Qingdao (TAO) - Osaka (KIX)

T'way Air

CN¥2,164

CN¥2,540

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Osaka

Qingdao (TAO) - Osaka (KIX)

T'way Air

CN¥2,233

CN¥2,466

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Osaka

Qingdao (TAO) - Osaka (KIX)

Air Busan

CN¥2,233

CN¥2,466

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Osaka

Qingdao (TAO) - Osaka (KIX)

T'way Air

CN¥2,233

CN¥2,798

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Osaka

Qingdao (TAO) - Osaka (KIX)

Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,260

CN¥2,771

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Osaka

Qingdao (TAO) - Osaka (KIX)

T'way Air

CN¥2,231

CN¥2,744

One-way

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

11 nights

Jan 12 - Jan 23

CN¥3,135 → CN¥2,618

16%

2 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 3

CN¥3,037 → CN¥2,611

14%

7 nights

Jan 13 - Jan 20

CN¥3,080 → CN¥3,038

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

CN¥2,610 → CN¥2,577

Popular Airports to fly from Qingdao to Osaka

Qingdao - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Qingdao to Osaka are below the typical level of $252.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $209.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 4h 50m

Flights from Qingdao to Osaka typically take 4 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 61.6% of recent deals, with typically 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Shandong Airlines offers direct flights

Shandong Airlines offers direct flights on this route, with 1 recent deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Qingdao to Osaka appear regularly, so check back often.

Qingdao main airports to depart from

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)

Cheapest

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport is a good option for flights from Qingdao to Osaka.

📍 ~50 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$294

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good choice for flights from Qingdao to Osaka.

📍 ~40 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$294

Itami (ITM)

Itami Airport offers another option for your arrival in Osaka from Qingdao.

📍 ~15 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$386

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe Airport is a useful alternative arrival airport due to its proximity to Osaka city center.

📍 ~30 km from Osaka (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$369

Chubu Centrair International (NGO)

Chubu Centrair International Airport is a major international gateway with extensive routes.

📍 ~135 km from Osaka (reachable by Shinkansen and local train)

💸 Flights from ~$372

Okayama (OKJ)

Okayama Airport is well-connected to Osaka via the Sanyo Shinkansen line for domestic and regional flights.

📍 ~150 km from Osaka (reachable by Shinkansen)

💸 Flights from ~$420

Takamatsu (TAK)

Cheapest

Takamatsu Airport offers stable domestic service and some international routes to major Asian hubs.

📍 ~155 km from Osaka (reachable by train or highway bus)

💸 Flights from ~$360

Tokushima (TKS)

Tokushima Airport is the closest airport on Shikoku island to Osaka with direct highway bus connections.

📍 ~90 km from Osaka (reachable by highway bus)

💸 Flights from ~$380

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Osaka

Osaka, Japan

46% AI deal score

$858

From TAO

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Aug 28

Osaka, Japan

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$858

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Qingdao to Osaka is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $186. Booking 14-27 days out also showed an average price of $186. Prices tend to increase as the departure date gets closer, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $269, and those booked 60+ days out averaging $307.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Qingdao to Osaka is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $228. The median price for this route historically has been $252. Prices above $294 are typically considered more expensive. These price thresholds are based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Osaka, with a median price of $209. July also offered favorable prices, with a median of $217. While June had a median price of $230, the annual median for this route across the trailing 270 days was $252. These figures suggest that certain months offer better value for travelers.

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