Connecting route · China → Philippines

Flights from Qingdao to Manila

There are no direct flights from Qingdao to Manila. The easiest way is one stop via Shanghai or Hong Kong, about 5h 33m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 5h 33m

Qingdao to Manila at a glance

Fastest journey5h 33mEstimated

Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Shanghai or Hong Kong

Best ways to fly from Qingdao to Manila

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

TAO Shanghai (PVG) MNL

Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air · Leg 2: Cebu Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air

One airline, one ticket ~5h 33m

TAO Hong Kong (HKG) MNL

Leg 1: Cathay Pacific, Qingdao Airlines, Shandong Airlines · Leg 2: Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, HK Express

One airline, one ticket ~6h 01m

TAO Jinjiang (JJN) MNL

Leg 1: Qingdao Airlines, Xiamen Airlines · Leg 2: Philippine Airlines, Xiamen Airlines

One airline, one ticket ~5h 34m

TAO Shenzhen (SZX) MNL

Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Donghai Airlines · Leg 2: Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines

One airline, one ticket ~6h 02m

TAO Seoul (ICN) MNL

Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Jeju Air, Jin Air · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines, Cebu Pacific, Jeju Air

One airline, one ticket ~6h 28m

TAO Guangzhou (CAN) MNL

Leg 1: 9 Air, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: Cebu Pacific, China Southern Airlines

One airline, one ticket ~6h 05m

Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance: 2,388 km1,483 miles
Journey time: 5h 33mestimate
Time difference: NoneManila vs Qingdao
Currency in Manila: PHP
Airports: TAO → MNL

Flights from Qingdao to Manila: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Qingdao to Manila?

No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Jinjiang. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.

How long is the flight from Qingdao to Manila?

With one connection the journey usually takes around 5h 33m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 2,388 km.

Where do you change planes between Qingdao and Manila?

The best connecting points are Shanghai (PVG), Hong Kong (HKG), Jinjiang (JJN) and Shenzhen (SZX). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Shanghai, so you can book it as one ticket.

Which airports serve Qingdao and Manila?

Qingdao: Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). Manila: Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).

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