Flying from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO): what you need to know
The timezone in Qingdao is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of Newcastle.
Your NCL to TAO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
At the moment, £318 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £690. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NCL to TAO, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.
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Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
71.29% of flights that leave from Newcastle International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to NCL? If you're boarding an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Consider staying in a hotel near TAO if you're on a late Newcastle International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao
You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.
From Qingdao Liuting International Airport, Qingdao is approximately 40 miles away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Qingdao based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Qingdao is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Newcastle International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from NCL to TAO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Qingdao. Around 270 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Around 290 miles south of Qingdao, Nanjing is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
