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Cheapest round-trip
$651
Typical prices: $1,018-$1,685
Sichuan Airlines
Tue 11/27Sat 12/1
LAX - TAO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$352
Typical prices: $508-$914
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/25
HNL - TAO • 1 stop
Top airlines
Korean Air
Best reviews • 8.4 score
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SEA - TAO
Cheapest • 31% average savings
LAX - TAO
Most popular
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Qingdao

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Qingdao

Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1
Sichuan Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 9:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
44h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 7:00 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$651Sichuan Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
Sichuan Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 9:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
44h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 7:00 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$694Sichuan Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Feb 19
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 7:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
29h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
12:20 pm - 6:30 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
22h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$717China Southern
Thu, Feb 18 - Fri, Mar 26
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 12:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
20h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
7:20 am - 10:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
17h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$733China Eastern
Mon, Apr 5 - Tue, May 25
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:20 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
32h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
4:50 pm - 10:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
32h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$734China Eastern
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 5:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
27h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
6:55 pm - 6:30 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
39h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$753China Southern
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
ANA Logo
12:20 pm - 12:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
32h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Tokyo Haneda
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1:35 pm - 9:42 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 07m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Vancouver Intl
$764ANA
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
ANA Logo
12:20 am - 12:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
20h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 9:42 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 07m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Vancouver Intl
$771ANA
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Air China Logo
10:25 pm - 11:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
21h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
8:05 am - 7:00 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
26h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
$779Air China
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 12
Air China Logo
8:55 pm - 11:35 amLAX  Los Angeles-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
22h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
Air China Logo
7:35 am - 6:35 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
27h 00m1 stop Shenzhen
$925Air China
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Price, demand and travel trends for flights to Qingdao

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

What is the cheapest flight to Qingdao?

Los Angeles to Qingdao is the cheapest route at $651 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. San Francisco to Qingdao is the most popular connection with round-trip deals from $764.

How much is a flight to Qingdao?

On average, a round-trip flight from the United States to Qingdao costs $1,278, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Seattle average $915, while Los Angeles runs a bit higher at $1,050.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Qingdao?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Qingdao at $1,238 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at $1,481.

What’s the cheapest month to fly to Qingdao?

•January is the cheapest month to fly to Qingdao with an average price of $1,053 round-trip.
•June ($1,597) and December ($1,569) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Qingdao?

Afternoon flights to Qingdao are the cheapest at $1,223 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $1,481.

What is a good deal for flights to Qingdao?

Flights under $1,018 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Qingdao at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Los Angeles $756
•San Francisco $834
•Seattle $879.

When are flights to Qingdao the cheapest?

Flights to Qingdao are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight to Qingdao

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Key details for flights to Qingdao

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$352
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Honolulu to Qingdao

When to book flights to Qingdao

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 questions about flights to Qingdao, answered

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

  • How do I know if a flight to Qingdao is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Qingdao is around $1,018 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Qingdao?

    Last-minute fares to Qingdao (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 14% higher than the average round-trip fare of $1,278.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Qingdao?

    Air China operates the most flights from the United States to Qingdao at 0 per week, while Cathay Pacific is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Qingdao. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

Your guide to booking Qingdao flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Qingdao, book around 3 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 29% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Qingdao, a good round-trip fare is around $1,018. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Qingdao in January. Round-trip fares historically average $1,053, making January the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to noon to save up to $258 per round-trip. Noon flights to Qingdao average $1,223 compared to $1,481 for afternoon flights.
  • Once you arrive in Qingdao, a few great places to start are May Fourth Square and Number 1 Beach. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

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