Direct (nonstop) flights from Tokyo to Qingdao

1 airline flys nonstop from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). It's 1,135 miles (1,826 km), about 3h 50m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

NRT
Narita International Airport
🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan
TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,135 mi
1,826 km
CO₂/pax
192 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
NRT → TAO
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,135 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tokyo to Qingdao with one stop · direct emits 192 kg CO₂ per passenger

NRT NGO (Nagoya) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (212 mi) Leg 2: 3h (945 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 224 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → NGO
1h 10m · 212 mi
View NRT to NGO flights →
Leg 2
NGO → TAO
3h · 945 mi
View NGO to TAO flights →
NRT KIX (Osaka) TAO
Leg 1: 1h 35m (305 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (864 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → KIX
1h 35m · 305 mi
View NRT to KIX flights →
Leg 2
KIX → TAO
2h 43m · 864 mi
View KIX to TAO flights →
NRT DLC (Dalian) TAO
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,058 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (196 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → DLC
3h 15m · 1,058 mi
View NRT to DLC flights →
Leg 2
DLC → TAO
1h 5m · 196 mi
View DLC to TAO flights →
NRT ICN (Seoul) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 40m (783 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (360 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → ICN
2h 40m · 783 mi
View NRT to ICN flights →
Leg 2
ICN → TAO
1h 45m · 360 mi
View ICN to TAO flights →
NRT PUS (Busan) TAO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (646 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (504 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → PUS
2h 20m · 646 mi
View NRT to PUS flights →
Leg 2
PUS → TAO
2h 5m · 504 mi
View PUS to TAO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tokyo to Qingdao?

A nonstop flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Qingdao (TAO) takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,135 miles (1,826 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tokyo to Qingdao?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Qingdao?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Tokyo from Qingdao?

The flight distance from Tokyo to Qingdao is 1,135 miles (1,826 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Qingdao?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Tokyo to Qingdao?

At 3h 50m, 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 Japan 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 Tokyo to Qingdao?

Roughly 192 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 960 km.

Is the return flight from Qingdao to Tokyo 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 Tokyo 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 Narita International Airport for this flight?

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