Flying from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Qingdao Airport (TAO): what you need to know
The timezone in Qingdao is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Seoul.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GMP to TAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gimpo International Airport to Qingdao Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between GMP and TAO:
Beijing Capital Airport
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Qingdao Airport (TAO)
$198 is the lowest price for a one-way Gimpo International Airport to Qingdao Airport flight. A return flight starts from $377. These prices can change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GMP to TAO, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
80% of flights leaving Gimpo International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of GMP.
Central Seoul to Gimpo International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near GMP? If you're catching an early flight from Gimpo International Airport to Qingdao Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Qingdao Airport (TAO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gimpo International Airport to Qingdao Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TAO instead:
Getting from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao
TAO is located at No.99 Minhang Road.
Qingdao Airport to the centre of Qingdao has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Qingdao Airport (TAO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Gimpo International Airport to Qingdao Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Qingdao in March.
Book your flight from Gimpo International Airport to Qingdao Airport for July if you want to visit Qingdao during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GMP to TAO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Qingdao, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel around 434 kilometres north-west to Tianjin to tick off its leading sights. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Nanjing is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres south of Qingdao. No trip is complete without seeing Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.