Qingdao AirlinesQDA/ QW

Qingdao Airlines is a Chinese regional carrier headquartered in Qingdao, Shandong Province, founded in 2008 as a subsidiary of China Eastern Airlines. The airline operates scheduled passenger services primarily within mainland China, with a focus on connecting Qingdao and other eastern Chinese cities to domestic and select international destinations. As a regional carrier under the China Eastern Airlines umbrella, Qingdao Airlines benefits from its parent company's network and resources while maintaining its own brand identity. The airline offers economy and business class seating on its regional and narrow-body aircraft, serving key routes throughout eastern and central China. Passengers can earn miles through China Eastern's frequent flyer program, integrating Qingdao Airlines into the broader SkyTeam alliance network.