Qingdao Airlines — Online Check-in, Flight Status & Baggage (2025)
Web check-in is available for many domestic routes via the official site (eligibility varies). Plan to arrive 2–3h. At Qingdao (TAO), counters typically close 45m (domestic) / 50m (international). Cabin: Economy 1×5 kg (≤55×40×20 cm); Business 2×5 kg. Domestic checked: 20 kg (Eco) / 25 kg (Prem Eco) / 30 kg (Biz).
Quick official links
As of August 2025 (verify on official links): Web check-in is available for many domestic routes; eligibility and open/close times vary by airport. At Qingdao (TAO), counters typically close 45m (domestic) / 50m (international). Cabin: Economy 1×5 kg (≤55×40×20 cm); Business 2×5 kg. Domestic checked: 20 kg (Eco) / 25 kg (Prem Eco) / 30 kg (Biz).
Flight Status — Qingdao Airlines
Use the official status tool; confirm on airport screens. Third-party trackers can supplement.
How to check in
- Web check-in (domestic eligible): Use the official site. If unavailable for your fare or route, use airport check-in.
- Arrive 2–3 hours before departure. At TAO: counters typically close 45 m (domestic) / 50 m (international).
- Have ID and booking; weigh bags; pay any excess; collect your boarding pass if needed.
- Proceed to security and boarding; gates often close about 20 m before departure.
Deadlines are airport-dependent; always verify on your ticket and airport screens.
Good to know
- Pack smart Cabin: Economy 1×5 kg • Business 2×5 kg, ≤55×40×20 cm.
- Domestic checked free allowance: Eco 20 kg • Premium Eco 25 kg • Business 30 kg.
- International/regionals vary by route & fare — confirm on your itinerary.
Baggage — essentials
Eco 1×5 kg • Biz 2×5 kg; ≤55×40×20 cm.
20 kg (Eco) / 25 kg (Prem Eco) / 30 kg (Biz).
Arrive 2–3h; TAO counters close 45m dom / 50m intl.
Carry-on details
- Economy: 1 cabin bag; Business: up to 2 cabin bags; each piece ≤5 kg and ≤55×40×20 cm; must fit overhead or under seat.
- Liquids & restricted items follow airport security rules; oversize or excess may be gate-checked.
Checked baggage
- Domestic free allowance: Eco 20 kg • Premium Eco 25 kg • Business 30 kg (by weight concept).
- Single piece over 32 kg usually not accepted; oversize commonly ≤158 cm (sum of dimensions).
- International/regional routes may differ — check your ticket/fare rules.
Verify on official pages: Domestic Conditions (baggage) • Web check-in (official) • Status (official).
Interactive tools
Arrival planner
Popular Qingdao Airlines airports — quick info
TAO — Qingdao Jiaodong — Hub
Primary base for Qingdao Airlines. Typical cut-offs: 45m (dom) / 50m (intl) — arrive 2–3h early.
Troubleshooting — when things don’t work
- Missed cut-off: counters may close 45–60m before; ask staff for options.
- Overweight/oversize: excess fees may apply; single piece over 32 kg usually not accepted.
- Cabin bag at gate: oversize or space-limited items may be gate-checked and delivered on arrival.
- Delayed bag/flight: use the status tool and follow airline guidance for reports.
Pre-flight checklist (printable)
- Government ID / travel documents
- Booking reference / itinerary
- Bags within your fare/route allowance
- Carry-on sized correctly (Eco 1×5 kg / Biz 2×5 kg; 55×40×20 cm)
- At airport in time (2–3h; TAO cut-offs 45m/50m)
- Gate/boarding time confirmed (some gates close ~15–20m before)