Direct (nonstop) flights from Seoul to Qingdao

6 airlines fly nonstop from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). It's 360 miles (579 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by Jeju Air, Korean Air, Jin Air and others.

ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
360 mi
579 km
CO₂/pax
67 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Jeju Air +5
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Jeju Air Jeju Air Korean Air Korean Air Jin Air Jin Air China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines Shandong Airlines Shandong Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jeju Air 7C Jeju Air
Route
ICN → TAO
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
360 mi
Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
ICN → TAO
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
360 mi
Jin Air LJ Jin Air
Route
ICN → TAO
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
360 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
ICN → TAO
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
360 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
ICN → TAO
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
360 mi
Shandong Airlines SC Shandong Airlines
Route
ICN → TAO
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
360 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Seoul to Qingdao with one stop · direct emits 67 kg CO₂ per passenger

ICN DLC (Dalian) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (286 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (196 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → DLC
1h 20m · 286 mi
View ICN to DLC flights →
Leg 2
DLC → TAO
1h 5m · 196 mi
View DLC to TAO flights →
ICN PUS (Busan) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (210 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (504 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+134% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → PUS
1h 10m · 210 mi
View ICN to PUS flights →
Leg 2
PUS → TAO
2h 5m · 504 mi
View PUS to TAO flights →
ICN TAE (Daegu) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 5m (162 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (479 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+115% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → TAE
1h 5m · 162 mi
View ICN to TAE flights →
Leg 2
TAE → TAO
2h 18m · 479 mi
View TAE to TAO flights →
ICN PVG (Shanghai) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 5m (510 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (373 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+181% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → PVG
2h 5m · 510 mi
View ICN to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → TAO
1h 30m · 373 mi
View PVG to TAO flights →
ICN NKG (Nanjing) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (584 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (326 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+188% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → NKG
2h 20m · 584 mi
View ICN to NKG flights →
Leg 2
NKG → TAO
1h 15m · 326 mi
View NKG to TAO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Seoul to Qingdao?

A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to Qingdao (TAO) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 360 miles (579 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seoul to Qingdao?

6 airlines: Jeju Air, Korean Air, Jin Air, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Seoul to Qingdao?

Yes. 6 airlines: Jeju Air, Korean Air, Jin Air, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines.

How far is Seoul from Qingdao?

The flight distance from Seoul to Qingdao is 360 miles (579 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Seoul and Qingdao?

Qingdao is 1 hour behind Seoul. (Asia/Seoul vs Asia/Shanghai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Seoul to Qingdao?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Republic of Korea to China?

Depends on your passport. Check with the China embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Seoul to Qingdao?

Roughly 67 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 335 km.

Is the return flight from Qingdao to Seoul also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Qingdao?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Incheon International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.