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

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

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

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao: • Economy Class • Premium 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) - 33% of one-stop connections • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 18% of one-stop connections • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 9% of one-stop connections • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $865 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,525, a difference of $660. 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 two weeks of departure) run 42% above the $1,050 route average. 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 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.

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

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Qingdao are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $414, which is 19% below 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 14m, compared with 18h 41m via Tokyo Haneda (HND) and 20h 05m 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 $756 to $1,406, with an average of $1,050 over the past 12 months. Anything below $756 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao typically range from $756 to $1,406. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $592, on Sichuan Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 45% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao at $703 round-trip. •June ($1,430) and July ($1,302) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Sichuan Airlines ($592) and China Southern ($730) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Qingdao according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Incheon Intl (ICN) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to Qingdao route. 33% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ICN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Flights via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $867. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Qingdao which airport offers the shortest layover?

Incheon Intl (ICN) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Qingdao layovers at 9h 50m over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

9:30 pm - 9:55 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

44h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

7:00 pm - 7:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

40h 00m1 stop Chengdu

$592Sichuan Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

9:30 pm - 9:55 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

44h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

10:55 am - 7:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

24h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$592Sichuan Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 25

10:00 pm - 7:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

29h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

4:00 pm - 6:30 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

18h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$730China Southern

Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Mar 24

11:30 am - 12:10 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

20h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:20 am - 10:05 amTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

17h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$733China Eastern

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 31

10:00 pm - 7:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

29h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

4:00 pm - 6:30 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

18h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$733China Southern

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11:30 am - 11:10 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

31h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

3:05 pm - 9:05 amTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

34h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$734China Eastern

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10:25 pm - 10:25 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

20h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital

8:40 pm - 7:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

38h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

$761Air China

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10:55 pm - 4:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

25h 45m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

5:40 pm - 7:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

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10:55 pm - 12:15 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

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Recent last minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Qingdao

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17

10:30 pm - 9:55 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

44h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

10:50 am - 7:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

24h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$600Sichuan Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17

10:20 pm - 1:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

23h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

10:50 am - 7:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

24h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$807Multiple Airlines

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10:20 pm - 1:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

23h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

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10:20 pm - 1:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

23h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

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18h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$862Cathay Pacific

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 18

11:00 pm - 8:30 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

42h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Dalian

4:00 pm - 6:30 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

18h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$862China Southern

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17

10:30 pm - 5:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

28h 05m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

11:25 am - 10:31 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 06m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

$863Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 18

12:05 pm - 1:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

34h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

8:40 pm - 7:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

38h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

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Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 18

11:00 pm - 8:30 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

42h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Dalian

9:35 am - 6:30 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

24h 55m2 stops Dalian Guangzhou Baiyun

$984China Southern

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

10:30 am - 8:15 amLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

30h 45m2 stops Tokyo Narita Incheon Intl

10:55 am - 8:00 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

24h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$998Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

10:20 pm - 1:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

23h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

8:00 am - 2:45 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles

69h 45m3 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Ho Chi Minh City Incheon Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 45% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •March is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Qingdao at $703 round-trip.
•June ($1,430) and July ($1,302) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights 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 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao takes 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Qingdao flight?
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao range from $756 to $1,406, with an average of $1,050 over the past 12 months. Anything below $756 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Qingdao flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 42% above the $1,050 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Qingdao looking right now?
One-way fares from Los Angeles to Qingdao are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $414, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Qingdao?
Flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO).
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) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 9% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Los Angeles to Qingdao. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $865 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,525, a difference of $660.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
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 14m, compared with 18h 41m via Tokyo Haneda (HND) and 20h 05m 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.
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $865, about $660 less than Friday fares (43% 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 54% 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 March. Fares historically average $703 round-trip in that month - typically $727 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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