Direct (nonstop) flights from Daegu to Qingdao

1 airline flys nonstop from Daegu Ab (TAE) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). It's 479 miles (771 km), about 2h 18m in the air. Operated by Qingdao Airlines.

TAE
Daegu Ab
🇰🇷 Daegu, Republic of Korea
TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
Flight Time
2h 18m
Distance
479 mi
771 km
CO₂/pax
89 kg
−33 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Qingdao Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
TAE → TAO
Flight Time
2h 18m
Distance
479 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Daegu to Qingdao with one stop · direct emits 89 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAE ICN (Seoul) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 5m (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (360 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAE → ICN
1h 5m · 162 mi
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Leg 2
ICN → TAO
1h 45m · 360 mi
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TAE CJU (Jeju) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 5m (205 mi) Leg 2: 2h (413 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAE → CJU
1h 5m · 205 mi
View TAE to CJU flights →
Leg 2
CJU → TAO
2h · 413 mi
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TAE PVG (Shanghai) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (512 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (373 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAE → PVG
1h 50m · 512 mi
View TAE to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → TAO
1h 30m · 373 mi
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TAE KIX (Osaka) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 30m (387 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (864 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 257 kg CO₂ (+189% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAE → KIX
1h 30m · 387 mi
View TAE to KIX flights →
Leg 2
KIX → TAO
2h 43m · 864 mi
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TAE YNJ (Yanji) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 50m (483 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (671 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+167% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAE → YNJ
2h 50m · 483 mi
View TAE to YNJ flights →
Leg 2
YNJ → TAO
2h 15m · 671 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Daegu to Qingdao?

A nonstop flight from Daegu (TAE) to Qingdao (TAO) takes approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes. The distance is 479 miles (771 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Daegu to Qingdao?

Just Qingdao Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Daegu to Qingdao?

Yes. 1 airline: Qingdao Airlines.

How far is Daegu from Qingdao?

The flight distance from Daegu to Qingdao is 479 miles (771 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 Daegu and Qingdao?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Daegu to Qingdao?

At 2h 18m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. 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 Daegu to Qingdao?

Roughly 89 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 445 km.

Is the return flight from Qingdao to Daegu 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 Daegu 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 Daegu Ab for this flight?

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