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Today’s best flight deals from Qingdao to Shanghai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Qingdao to Shanghai

July 17 - July 31

Cheapest
Earliest

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥1,006

CN¥833

Round trip

July 22 - July 25

Cheapest
Best

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥1,128

CN¥833

Round trip

August 13 - August 22

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥1,065

CN¥840

Round trip

August 8 - August 29

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥909

CN¥840

Round trip

August 6 - August 22

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥986

CN¥840

Round trip

July 31 - August 29

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥902

CN¥840

Round trip

August 18 - August 22

Best

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥1,173

CN¥840

Round trip

August 8 - August 22

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥1,007

CN¥840

Round trip

August 15 - August 29

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥988

CN¥840

Round trip

July 31 - August 22

TAO - Shanghai

CN¥902

CN¥840

Round trip

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Qingdao to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Qingdao to Shanghai

For flights from Qingdao to Shanghai, fares typically range from $95–$202, with a median of $169. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route, and about 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.
When considering cheap flights from Qingdao to Shanghai, the cheapest months to fly are typically June, with a median fare of $124, followed by July at $164, and May at $170. These months offer the most favorable pricing compared to the overall median for the route, providing opportunities for savings.
The journey from Qingdao to Shanghai is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 585 kilometers. This makes it a quick and convenient option for travelers looking to connect between these two cities.
A typical journey from Qingdao to Shanghai takes approximately 1h 40m. This duration reflects the median flight time, and since almost all itineraries are non-stop, you can expect a direct and efficient travel experience. Approximately 95.3% of recent fares for this route are for direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai, indicating that non-stop options are overwhelmingly available.

How much is a round trip from Qingdao to Shanghai

Regular price: CN¥951 - CN¥1,366

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Qingdao to Shanghai.

The regular price range for this route is CNY 951 to CNY 1366. The current lowest deal is CNY 820 with Antinea Airlines, for travel from Jul 16-Jul 21.

now CN¥820

Low CN¥951

High CN¥1,366

The cheapest time to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai

Flights from Qingdao to Shanghai are cheapest in June, with a median price of $124. The most expensive month to fly is January, with a median price of $546. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

June

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥124

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥546

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Direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai

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Antinea Airlines

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China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Qingdao to Shanghai

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Qingdao (TAO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,070

CN¥840

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Qingdao (TAO) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,247

CN¥874

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Qingdao (TAO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,205

CN¥1,152

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Qingdao (TAO) - Shanghai (SHA)

Antinea Airlines

CN¥1,100

CN¥1,219

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Qingdao (TAO) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥973

CN¥1,484

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TAO - Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Qingdao (TAO) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

CN¥1,035

CN¥1,484

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

CN¥1,183  →  CN¥841

29%

1 night

Aug 7 - Aug 8

CN¥1,181  →  CN¥848

28%

2 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 22

CN¥1,172  →  CN¥848

28%

1 night

Jul 7 - Jul 8

CN¥1,214  →  CN¥888

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai

Qingdao - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Qingdao to Shanghai are above the typical level of $169.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai, with a median price of $124.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 40m

The typical direct flight from Qingdao to Shanghai takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are dominant, making up 95.3% of recent deals from Qingdao to Shanghai.

🏆 Airline highlight

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Antinea Airlines has offered direct flights from Qingdao to Shanghai in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Qingdao to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often in recent months.

Qingdao main airports to depart from

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)

Cheapest

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~22 km from Qingdao city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Qingdao to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Qingdao to Shanghai.

📍 ~10 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~170 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,003

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is geographically the closest major alternative airport to Shanghai, convenient for western Shanghai.

📍 ~110 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,281

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Nanjing Lukou International is a primary regional hub with frequent high-speed rail links to Shanghai.

📍 ~250 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,301

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Cheapest

Ningbo Lishe International offers a solid domestic network and good accessibility via the Hangzhou Bay Bridge.

📍 ~190 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥793

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is useful for specific domestic routes and is in proximity to northern Shanghai districts.

📍 ~120 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,216

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Qingdao to Shanghai is typically 14-27 days before departure. Within this period, the average price for a flight is around $159. Booking 0-6 days out sees an average price of $164, while booking 7-13 days out shows an average of $218. Prices tend to be higher further out, with flights booked 60+ days in advance averaging $217.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Qingdao to Shanghai is considered to be $95 or less. Historically, the median price for this route has been $169. Prices can go up to $202 or more for the higher end of the market. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below $95 can help you secure a favorable price.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Shanghai, with a median price of $124. July also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $164. The annual median price for this route is $169. May, while also listed, had a median price of $170, making it one of the more expensive months in the trailing 270 days.