Flughafen Qingdao Jiaodong Int'l (TAO)

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (IATA: TAO, ICAO: ZSQD) is a major aviation hub serving the coastal city of Qingdao in Shandong Province, China. Officially opened in August 2021, the airport was built to replace the older Qingdao Liuting International Airport, enhancing the air travel capacity and modernizing the infrastructure to better serve the region's burgeoning air traffic needs.

Located approximately 39 kilometers northwest of Qingdao's city center, Qingdao Jiaodong International is a testament to the city's economic and technological growth. As an international airport, Jiaodong serves both domestic and international destinations, connecting Qingdao with major cities across Asia, Europe, North America, and other continents.

The airport features state-of-the-art facilities and is designed to handle a significant volume of passengers and cargo. In its initial phase, the airport is capable of accommodating up to 35 million passengers and 500,000 metric tons of cargo annually. These capacities are expected to expand in subsequent phases to meet growing demand. With dual runways and extensive terminal space, the airport efficiently manages the operations of dozens of airlines, ensuring a high frequency of flights and diverse route options.

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport plays a crucial role in linking Qingdao to the global economy and fostering tourism. The airport is set to become a central hub in Northeast Asia, further boosting its strategic importance in the region's air transportation network.