What to know about flights from Bangkok to Qingdao?

The approximate distance between Bangkok and Qingdao is 3,193.08 km. Average flight time from Bangkok to Qingdao is around 4 hours 41 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in July. The cheapest month to book flights is September.

Cheapest one-way
US$115
Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines BKK-TAO 18h 5m · 1 stop Fri, Nov 20
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Cheapest round-trip
US$196
China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines BKK-TAO 10h 45m · 2 stops Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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When to fly
September
Cheapest
July
Peak season
Route details
3,193.08 km
Flight distance
4h 41m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Bangkok to Qingdao over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$115 and round-trip from US$196. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Bangkok to Qingdao operate an average of 3 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 40.0% on-time departure rate and a 50.0% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Bangkok to Qingdao flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Bangkok to Qingdao are Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines, among 6 carriers on this route. Juneyao Airlines offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Qingdao Airlines logo Qingdao Airlines
Shandong Airlines logo Shandong Airlines
China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
China Southern Airlines logo China Southern Airlines
Xiamen Airlines logo Xiamen Airlines
Air Macau logo Air Macau
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Bangkok to Qingdao according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Trends on Flights from Bangkok to Qingdao

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Bangkok to Qingdao?

Average monthly one-way flight prices from Bangkok to Qingdao, based on bookings made by Trip.com users over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Bangkok to Qingdao is September, with an average price of US$134; while the month with the highest flight price is usually May, with an average price of up to US$268.

US$268
US$201
US$134
US$67
    Cheapest
  • US$222
    Oct
  • US$219
    Nov
  • US$193
    Dec
  • US$194
    Jan
  • US$241
    Feb
  • US$206
    Mar
  • US$209
    Apr
  • US$268
    May
  • US$216
    Jun
  • US$177
    Jul
  • US$156
    Aug
  • US$134
    Sep

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Bangkok to Qingdao?

The average price of round-trip flights from Bangkok to Qingdao purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for round-trip flights from Bangkok to Qingdao are found during March, with an average price of US$217. Conversely, the highest prices are found during February, with an average price of up to US$433.

US$433
US$325
US$217
US$109
    Cheapest
  • US$381
    Oct
  • US$306
    Nov
  • US$374
    Dec
  • US$297
    Jan
  • US$433
    Feb
  • US$217
    Mar
  • US$264
    Apr
  • US$220
    May
  • US$338
    Jun
  • US$388
    Jul
  • US$336
    Aug
  • US$322
    Sep

When is the cheapest day to fly from Bangkok to Qingdao during Halloween?

Based on Trip.com's data over the past 3 days, these are the lowest one-way flight prices from Bangkok to Qingdao during Halloween.

Halloween is scheduled for Oct 31. The cheapest flights from Bangkok to Qingdao are available on Nov 1, with fares starting at US$120.

US$132
US$126
US$120
US$114
    Cheapest
  • US$124
    27
    Oct
  • US$132
    28
  • US$122
    29
  • US$123
    30
  • US$127
    31
  • US$120
    1
    Nov
  • US$126
    2

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Qingdao (BKK-TAO)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Juneyao Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$115 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. BKK to TAO on Fri, Nov 20), while China Southern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$196 departing on Mon, Nov 23 and returning on Fri, Nov 27.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Qingdao with the following airlines, including: Qingdao Airlines Shandong Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 4 hours 41 minutes to fly from Bangkok to Qingdao.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Bangkok to Qingdao is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 13 flight per week flying from Bangkok to Qingdao. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Qingdao Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- QW918 (18:51) Shandong Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- SC4080 (03:16)
  • To find best deals on flights from Bangkok to Qingdao, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Fri, Nov 20, with one-way flights priced at just US$115.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Qingdao Airlines.
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    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Qingdao travel is around July.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Bangkok to Qingdao is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Bangkok to Qingdao on October 26, 2026 with Juneyao Airlines, with prices starting at US$119.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Qingdao: Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (BKK-TAO) is by far the most common option on this route.
  • The time difference between Qingdao and Bangkok is 1h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Bangkok to Qingdao is US$295. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Bangkok to Qingdao is US$415. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
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Flights from Bangkok to Qingdao: Complete Guide

The direct flight between Bangkok and Qingdao takes about 4 hours and 35 to 50 minutes across a distance of roughly 3,170 to 3,193 km. Qingdao Airlines and Shandong Airlines are the main carriers flying this route nonstop from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Shandong Airlines economy class typically offers 20-23 kg of free checked baggage, while Qingdao Airlines economy class usually offers 20 kg. This guide covers the airlines and their baggage rules, airport transport on both ends, and the visa and customs details to know before you fly.

Route Overview

Qingdao Airlines and Shandong Airlines operate nonstop flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO), with around 10 services a week, and departures between 02:50 and 18:10. Shandong Airlines runs about 3 of those weekly direct flights; its typical service departs Bangkok at 02:50 and lands in Qingdao at 08:35. Direct flights take around 4 hours 35 to 50 minutes, while one-stop itineraries via Seoul (ICN), Hong Kong (HKG) or Shanghai (PVG) run about 9 hours 18 minutes and trips with two or more stops around 14 hours 18 minutes. One-way fares have been found from around US$149, with return fares from around US$192. Compare prices and book your Bangkok to Qingdao flight on Trip.com.

Airline Details

Shandong Airlines

Shandong Airlines is one of the two nonstop operators on the Bangkok to Qingdao route, running around 7 direct services a week.

Flight time

Baggage

Features

Around 4h 35-50m direct

Carry-on 5 kg (1 piece); checked 2 pieces, up to 23 kg each

Full-service carrier; about 7 direct flights weekly

On international routes Shandong Airlines uses the piece concept for checked baggage: Economy passengers get two free pieces of up to 23 kg each, with total linear dimensions up to 158 cm. Carry-on is one piece up to 5 kg for Economy, and two pieces up to 8 kg each in First and Business class. On domestic China flights the allowance switches to a weight concept of 20 kg Economy, 30 kg Business and 40 kg First class; infants get one piece up to 23 kg.

Qingdao Airlines

Qingdao Airlines is the other nonstop carrier on the route, operating from Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Flight time

Baggage

Features

Around 4h 35-50m direct

Carry-on 5 kg (1 piece); checked 20 kg

One of two nonstop operators on the route

Qingdao Airlines gives Economy passengers 20 kg of free checked baggage on domestic and international flights (40 kg in First class), with each bag limited to 40 x 60 x 100 cm. Carry-on is one piece up to 5 kg within 20 x 40 x 55 cm. Infants (children aged 2 or under) get a free checked allowance of up to 10 kg. Extra baggage on international flights can be purchased at about 40 CNY per kilogram (about US$5.90 per kg), up to 20 kg more.

Airport Information

Departure: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport is Thailand's largest and most modern international airport and the departure point for this route. Facilities include lounges, free Wi-Fi, mobile charging stations and children's play areas. Suvarnabhumi's lounges, including Miracle First & Business (open 24 hours) and Thai Airways Royal Silk (05:00 to 02:00), sit on Level 3 Concourses A to G and in Satellite Terminal 1; access is via airline class, Priority Pass, DragonPass or pay-per-use.

Mode

Time

Cost

Airport Rail Link

About 26 minutes

35-45 THB (about US$1-1.30)

Taxi

30-40 min without traffic

250-400 THB (about US$7.50-12)

Airport Bus (S1)

About 45-60 minutes

From 35 THB (about US$1)

Private car service

Varies by destination

About US$10

Car rental

Varies

From about US$16 per day

Departure: Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)

Don Mueang is Bangkok's other airport, used mainly by low-cost carriers. It has the Miracle Lounge in Terminal 1 (International) and The Coral Executive Lounge in Terminal 2 (Domestic), both airside after security.

Mode

Time

Cost

SRT Dark Red Line train

About 20 minutes

12-42 THB (US$0.33-1.15)

Airport bus

45-90 minutes

About 26-43 THB (US$0.80-1.30)

Taxi or Grab

30-60 minutes

250-400 THB (US$7-12)

Car rental

30-60 minutes

From US$18 per day

Pre-booked taxi

30-60 minutes

From US$26.88 per day

Arrival: Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport became Qingdao's main airport in 2021, replacing Liuting Airport, and sits about 39 km from downtown. The 4F-class airport has two 3,600-metre runways and capacity for 35 million passengers, with free Wi-Fi, lounges, duty-free shopping, currency exchange, luggage storage and a medical centre. In a 2025 assessment by the Airport Council International, it was named one of the best airports in the Asia-Pacific region in its passenger band.

Mode

Time

Cost

Airport shuttle bus

60-90 minutes

20-30 CNY (about US$3-4.50)

Taxi

About 50-70 minutes

100-150 CNY (about US$15-22)

Qingdao Metro (Line 8)

Varies by destination

5-10 CNY (about US$0.75-1.50)

Ride-hailing (Didi)

Varies by demand

Fares vary by demand

Car rental

Varies

See official rental providers

Qingdao Metro, the first urban rail system in Shandong Province (opened in 2015), runs Line 8 as the airport express from Qingdao North Station. Trains run roughly 6:30 am to 10 pm with a frequency of about 9 minutes. Metro fares are distance-based, from about CNY 2 (US$0.28) up to about CNY 8 (US$0.97) for the longest trips, and the airport route of about 38 km costs around US$0.83.

Destination & Booking Info

Visa and Entry Requirements

China's 30-day unilateral visa waiver covers nationals of 50 countries for tourism, business, family visits, conferences or study tours, with stays of up to 30 days. Eligible countries include Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Brunei and most European countries, but do not include the United States. Most waivers are valid until December 31, 2026.

For travellers passing through to a third country, China's 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit policy applies to 55 countries at 65 ports across 24 provinces, including Qingdao. Transit travellers need a passport valid for at least 3 months and a confirmed connecting ticket.

Nationals who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a China tourist visa (L visa) for their visit. Regardless of nationality, foreign nationals arriving in mainland China must complete the China Digital Arrival Card (CDAC), an online immigration declaration that can be submitted within 72 hours (up to 3 days) before arrival; even visa-free travellers must complete it. Arrival documents include a valid ordinary passport with at least 3 to 6 months of remaining validity, a valid visa or waiver status, and onward or return tickets.

Currency and Customs

Carrying RMB up to 20,000 is allowed; foreign currency of US$5,000 or more must be declared on entry and on exit. The duty-free allowance for non-Chinese residents temporarily staying in China is personal items up to RMB 2,000 in total value, with adult tobacco limits of up to 400 cigarettes (or 20 cigars, or 500g of tobacco) and alcohol up to 1,500 ml. China customs restricts entry of meat, milk, eggs, fresh fruits and animal or plant products; items beyond personal-use limits must be declared by using the Red Channel.

In China you will most likely pay by Alipay or WeChat Pay, so link an international Visa or Mastercard before arrival. Note that a VPN is needed to access Google, WhatsApp and Instagram while in the country.

Booking Tips

Direct nonstop flights are the fastest way to make this trip, at about 4 hours 35 to 50 minutes. One-way fares have been found from around US$116, with return fares from around US$192, and fares change with availability at the time of booking. If your dates or budget push you toward a connection, expect a stop in Seoul, Hong Kong or Shanghai and a journey of about 9 hours 18 minutes or more.

※ Fares, schedules and policies are subject to change. Confirm with official sources before booking.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Bangkok to Qingdao

Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from Bangkok to Qingdao?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Bangkok to Qingdao on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, China Southern Airlines provides the lowest-priced direct flights from Bangkok to Qingdao, with fares starting at US$198.

US$157
US$198
US$239
US$280
US$321
China Southern Airlines
US$198
China Southern Airlines
Xiamen Airlines
US$226
Xiamen Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
US$234
China Eastern Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines
US$254
Shenzhen Airlines
Qingdao Airlines
US$309
Qingdao Airlines
Shandong Airlines
US$321
Shandong Airlines

Which airline operates the most flights from Bangkok to Qingdao?

Total flights from Bangkok to Qingdao across all airlines. (Based on Trip.com data from the past month)

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past month, Qingdao Airlines operates the most frequent flights from Bangkok to Qingdao, with 7 flights per week.

6
7
Qingdao Airlines
7
Qingdao Airlines
Shandong Airlines
6
Shandong Airlines
Air China
6
Air China

How many flights fly from Bangkok to Qingdao daily?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Bangkok to Qingdao within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on the past month's historical data from Trip.com, the number of flights from Bangkok to Qingdao is the highest on Sunday and the lowest on Tuesday.

13
11
8
6
Highest
11
Mon
8
Tue
12
Wed
9
Thu
12
Fri
11
Sat
13
Sun

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