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Cheapest round-trip
$580
Typical prices: $751-$1,388
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 10/25Thu 11/1
LAX - TAO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$418
Typical prices: $405-$635
China Eastern
Sun 9/23
LAX - TAO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Qingdao. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 37% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Shenzhen (SZX)
Cheapest • Avg $807 (round-trip)
Incheon Intl (ICN)
Shortest trip • 17h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao (LAX-TAO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Qingdao

Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 28
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9:30 pm - 9:50 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
44h 20m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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7:10 pm - 7:00 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
39h 50m1 stop Chengdu
$572Sichuan Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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10:30 pm - 9:50 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
44h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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10:50 am - 8:00 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$580Sichuan Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 11:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
31h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:15 pm - 9:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
35h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$672China Eastern
Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 6:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
39h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
7:40 pm - 9:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
29h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$672China Eastern
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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11:50 pm - 1:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
22h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
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2:55 pm - 9:30 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
33h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
$685Korean Air
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Dec 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 10:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
30h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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4:05 pm - 9:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
33h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$686Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Nov 14
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12:30 pm - 11:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
20h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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4:05 pm - 9:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
33h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$700Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Dec 22
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11:55 pm - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
33h 10m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Fuzhou
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5:40 pm - 7:00 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
17h 20m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$722XiamenAir
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Korean Air Logo
11:50 pm - 1:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
22h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
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2:55 pm - 9:30 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
33h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
$732Korean Air
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Dec 22
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11:55 pm - 12:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
33h 10m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Fuzhou
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8:05 am - 7:00 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
26h 55m2 stops Fuzhou Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$735XiamenAir
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Qingdao flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao start at $580. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $751 to $1,388. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $580 on Sichuan Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 40% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao at $624 round-trip.
  • June ($1,429) and July ($1,302) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 129% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Qingdao the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Qingdao flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$418
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Qingdao based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Qingdao flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao most commonly connect through:

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Incheon Intl (ICN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the Los Angeles to Qingdao route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $852 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,393, a difference of $541. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Qingdao?

    Some of the most popular sights in Qingdao are May Fourth Square and Number 1 Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Qingdao on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Qingdao flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 43% above the route average of $993. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao takes 0h 00m, covering 6,285 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Qingdao changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $580 to $4,582. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Qingdao looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Qingdao are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $959, which is 91% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

    Flying via Incheon Intl (ICN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 11m, compared with 18h 41m via Tokyo Haneda (HND) and 20h 16m via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Qingdao?

    Qingdao is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Qingdao flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao range from $751 to $1,388, with an average of $993 over the past 12 months. Anything below $751 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Qingdao flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $852 - about $541 less than Friday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Qingdao trip for September. Fares historically average $624 round-trip in that month - typically $805 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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