Travelling from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to Ningbo Airport (NGB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Qingdao and Ningbo are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 48 Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your TAO to NGB flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport to pick from. When planning your Ningbo trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of China:
Shandong Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a dependable 95.65% of services landing on schedule, Spring Airlines is the most punctual carrier for TAO to NGB flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to Ningbo Airport (NGB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport flight is 53 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 110 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from TAO to NGB by booking at least four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Qingdao Airport (TAO)
You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.
Qingdao Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 87% of flights that depart TAO reach their destination without delay.
To get to Qingdao Airport from central Qingdao, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near TAO. Whether you have an early flight from Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Ningbo Airport (NGB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NGB instead:
Getting from Ningbo Airport (NGB) to central Ningbo
NGB is located at 017 County Rd..
From Ningbo Airport, Ningbo is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ningbo Airport (NGB)
April is the busiest month for flights from Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Ningbo in March.
The warmest month in Ningbo is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Qingdao Airport to Ningbo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TAO to NGB in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Ningbo, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 153 kilometres north to Shanghai to check off its must-visit sights. From Shanghai Museum to Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, your itinerary will be busy.
Nanjing is another standout destination in China and is around 354 kilometres north-west of Ningbo. No trip is complete without experiencing Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.