Cheap Flights from Qingdao to Dalian — $69

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) serves as the city’s main international gateway and a growing hub for both full-service carriers and low-cost airlines, with many domestic and regional flights. Located roughly 35–45 km northeast of Qingdao’s downtown, travel to the city center usually takes about 30–60 minutes by express train or 40–70 minutes by taxi depending on traffic. The high-speed rail link and regular shuttle buses are common, with fares typically ranging from modest rail ticket prices to mid-range taxi fares. Pros: modern terminal facilities, good international connections and reliable rail links; cons: longer transfer times to the center compared with inner-city fields and occasional peak-hour congestion.

In different months, ticket prices from Qingdao to Dalian vary: minimum — $67 (August 2026), maximum — $73 (September 2026). Typically, the flight costs $70–$73.

Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) serves as the primary international gateway for Dalian and typically functions as a hybrid hub handling both domestic and regional international traffic. Full-service carriers and low-cost airlines usually operate here, so fares can range from budget-friendly to mid-tier depending on route and carrier. The airport sits about 10–12 km north of downtown Dalian; taxi rides normally take 20–40 minutes, while airport shuttle buses and metro connections (where available) can be a similar or slightly longer option, often costing modest fares. Pros include straightforward international facilities and several carrier choices; cons can be occasional congestion during peak holiday periods and varying transfer times to central districts.

The route Qingdao — Dalian is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including Shandong Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and Tianjin Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $69) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.