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Cheap flights from Australia to Qingdao from $395

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — TAO
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Qingdao

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Wed 12/808:00
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop35h 00m
Juneyao Airlines
Wed 26/818:05
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 4/7$701
Wed 12/814:35
MEL
-
TAO
Nonstop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/808:50
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$815
Thu 6/806:00
SYD
-
TAO
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/808:55
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$870
Wed 12/814:35
MEL
-
TAO
Nonstop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/808:50
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$894
Mon 21/911:00
SYD
-
TAO
Nonstop11h 40m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Sun 18/1019:45
TAO
-
SYD
Nonstop11h 15m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 1/7$909
Fri 21/810:15
SYD
-
TAO
2 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/908:55
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$917
Mon 21/911:00
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop22h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 18/1008:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop23h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/7$923
Tue 14/721:25
BNE
-
TAO
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/819:45
TAO
-
BNE
1 stop19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$926
Tue 14/721:25
BNE
-
TAO
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/820:55
TAO
-
BNE
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$950
Fri 10/708:00
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/720:55
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$953
Wed 5/813:00
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/806:35
TAO
-
SYD
3 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$966
Fri 4/911:55
SYD
-
TAO
Nonstop12h 10m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Sun 4/1019:45
TAO
-
SYD
Nonstop11h 15m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 4/7$968

Find flight deals from Australia to Qingdao

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Qingdao flight deals. Data was last updated 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$701

One-way from

$395

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,097

Good round-trip deal

$1,011 or less

Good one-way deal

$466 or less
Juneyao Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines
  • 12/8-26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 55m total
  • Australia to Qingdao
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 24/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 35m total
  • Australia to Qingdao
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($358 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Qingdao that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 6 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Qingdao that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

08:00-17:00

1 stop35h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 26/8

18:05-06:00

1 stop33h 55m

$701

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/10

21:25-09:50

1 stop15h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 4/11

10:50-14:40

1 stop24h 50m

$972

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

08:25-13:30

1 stop32h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 20/10

14:45-12:15

1 stop18h 30m

$1,007
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneQingdao

BNE - TAO

BNETAO

Brisbane

Wed 21/10

11:05-23:50

1 stop14h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 24/10

16:50-09:00

1 stop14h 10m

$1,020

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/7

18:00-07:35

1 stop15h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 4/8

08:50-16:45

1 stop29h 55m

$1,038

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

11:00-20:40

Nonstop11h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 18/10

08:50-20:20

1 stop32h 30m

$1,069

BrisbaneQingdao

BNE - TAO

BNETAO

Brisbane

Mon 3/8

11:05-12:30

1 stop27h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 10/8

21:00-09:00

1 stop34h 00m

$1,099

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/10

08:45-13:15

1 stop31h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 4/11

14:30-08:15

2 stops38h 45m

$1,099

BrisbaneQingdao

BNE - TAO

BNETAO

Brisbane

Wed 21/10

14:45-07:40

1 stop18h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 24/10

08:50-16:55

1 stop30h 05m

$1,107

BrisbaneQingdao

BNE - TAO

BNETAO

Brisbane

Sat 1/8

16:55-23:55

1 stop33h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 7/8

08:50-18:30

2 stops31h 40m

$1,122

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Qingdao

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Qingdao

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Qingdao?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Qingdao (average of $343). Flying from Australia to Qingdao in July is currently the most expensive (average of $619). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Qingdao. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 July 2026.

When flying from Australia to Qingdao, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Australia to Qingdao delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between Australia and Qingdao have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 80 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to Qingdao flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to Qingdao flights?

Over the past year, Beijing Capital Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 35% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Qingdao?

The best time to book flights from Australia to Qingdao is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Qingdao

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Qingdao. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Qingdao. Reviews last updated 6 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andChina Eastern from Australia to Qingdao. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,403 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,403 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,403 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,403 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,403 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Qingdao. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Qingdao from Australia?

    Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Australia to Qingdao. It is only a 41.4 km journey from Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) to Qingdao’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Australia to Qingdao flight route?

    This flight path from Australia to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl was viewed by 241 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Qingdao?

    For as low as $972, Juneyao Airlines can have you in Qingdao from Australia in 15h 25m. Australia and Qingdao are separated by a distance of 8451 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Qingdao one-way?

    $305 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Scoot. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Beijing Capital Airlines and China Eastern, with prices starting from $311 and $336, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Qingdao?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Qingdao, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl, Melbourne - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl or Adelaide - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Qingdao?

    The cheapest flight price from Australia to Qingdao is $418. On average you can expect to pay $797. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), can usually be booked for $752.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Qingdao that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Qingdao flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Qingdao?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Qingdao.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Qingdao?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Qingdao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Qingdao?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Qingdao (average of $343). Flying from Australia to Qingdao in July is currently the most expensive (average of $619). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Australia to Qingdao

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Qingdao. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 6 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$404Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$502Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$508Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$536Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$542Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$546Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$556Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$621Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$724Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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