Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport will expand its domestic and international flight network as its 2026-27 winter-spring flight schedule takes effect on Oct 25.

The new schedule, running through March 27, 2027, will feature 3,921 flights per week, averaging 560 a day.

The airport will serve 74 domestic destinations, with increased flight frequencies to major cities, including Guangzhou, Shenyang, Urumqi, and Hangzhou. Direct flights to Sanya will resume, while new services are planned to cities such as Zhanjiang, Shangrao, and Huizhou.

International and regional flights will average 61 a day, with additional connections to South Korea and Southeast Asia.

Services to Jeju Island, South Korea, will resume on Oct 27, alongside the launch of a new route to Vientiane, Laos, via Xishuangbanna. Long-haul services to London, Moscow, Sydney, Melbourne, and Vancouver will continue. 

The airport is also improving transfer services, streamlining customs clearance, and upgrading facilities for international travelers.

Eligible international transit passengers can enjoy complimentary overnight stays and sightseeing experiences, including boat tours and visits to local attractions, making it easier to explore Qingdao during a layover.

Travelers make their way through the international departures hall at Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport. [Photo/Guanhai News]