Travelling from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), the main airport in Beijing. Look for flights from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) that take off from this terminal.
1 hour 30 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport flight.
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport is located in Qingdao. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Beijing.
With 45 direct flights a week between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 8:55am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from PEK to TAO is with Shandong Airlines at 9:25pm.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Beijing to TAO. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can hop on a direct flight from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Shandong Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport jetting out of PEK.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between PEK and TAO is Shandong Airlines.
With 79.51% of services landing as planned, Air China is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Beijing to PEK takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Beijing Capital International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from PEK land on time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
PKX is about 48 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Beijing to TAO flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Beijing Daxing International Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Beijing Daxing International Airport arrive at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 89%.
About Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near TAO and be in snooze mode sooner:
TAO is located at No.99 Minhang Road.
Getting from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Qingdao. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
$225 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport. Return flights start from $229. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Beijing to TAO, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). February is the peak month for travel to Qingdao. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in October.
The warmest month in Qingdao is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Beijing to TAO plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Qingdao
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Qingdao right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Qingdao Seashore Scenic Area, Damai Island and Qingdao Olympic Sailing Centre are must-do's during your Qingdao adventure.
Explore more of China
You've done Qingdao, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Tai'an to check off its leading attractions. From Daguan Peak to Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in China, head for Jinan, roughly 274 kilometres west of Qingdao. Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring are key highlights.
