Cheap Flights from Vladivostok to Qingdao — $158

The route Vladivostok — Qingdao is served by a single airline — Air China. This means that when planning your trip, you won’t need to spend time choosing between dozens of carriers: all flights are operated by one provider, which simplifies the booking process. Despite the limited choice, passengers can still plan ahead, select optimal departure dates, and buy tickets at the lowest price — from $158. Using our service, you can quickly compare available Air China flights and book a seat in advance at a favorable rate.

Vladivostok is served primarily by Vladivostok International Airport (Knevichi, IATA: VVO), which functions as the city’s main international and regional gateway rather than a low-cost domestic hub. The airport typically handles a mix of full-service carriers and regional airlines, with seasonal international flights and frequent connections to Moscow, other Russian Far East cities, and Northeast Asia. Located about 45–70 km northeast of downtown Vladivostok, transfer times can range from roughly 40 minutes by express bus to 1–1.5 hours by road depending on traffic; shared shuttles, regular buses, and taxis are common with fares usually varying by service level. Pros: relatively modern terminal, direct international links; cons: longer ground transfer than inner-city airports and occasional variability in public-service frequency.

Qingdao Jiaodong International (TAO) is the city’s main international gateway since replacing the old airport, positioning itself as a modern hub for both full-service and low-cost carriers. Expect a mix of China’s flag and regional airlines plus growing international connections, with fares that can be competitive on domestic sectors and moderate on long-haul routes. The airport lies about 40–45 km northeast of downtown Qingdao; road transfer by taxi or rideshare typically takes 40–60 minutes depending on traffic, with fares usually in the mid-range for Chinese cities. There are frequent airport express buses and a metro link that can take around 35–50 minutes and are generally the most economical. Pros: newer facilities, more route options and smoother transfers; cons: longer distance to central districts and occasional peak-hour congestion. Qingdao Liuting Airport (old airport) has been largely superseded by Jiaodong but may still serve some charter or general aviation activity and can be relevant for light cargo or special services. It historically functioned as the city’s domestic workhorse with a predominance of national and regional carriers and was often perceived as convenient for closer-in travelers. Located roughly 25 km from central Qingdao, surface transfers were typically 30–45 minutes by taxi with moderate fares, plus shuttle and bus options at lower cost. Pros: shorter road distance and familiarity for local passengers; cons: limited scheduled commercial service and fewer amenities compared with the newer international airport.

The distance between Vladivostok and Qingdao is 1276km (791 miles). The average flight duration is 7h 30m. The time difference between Vladivostok and Qingdao is 2h

The minimum one-way ticket price from Vladivostok to Qingdao is $162 (July 2026), while the maximum is $253 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $171–$189.