Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao from $334
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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TAO
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Qingdao
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Qingdao (TAO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.
Mon 16/321:40MEL - TAO
1 stop14h 55mSichuan Airlines
Fri 20/310:50TAO - MEL
1 stop24h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 5/1$612
Fri 20/219:30MEL - TAO
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/217:05TAO - MEL
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$704
Mon 16/311:25MEL - TAO
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
Fri 20/317:15TAO - MEL
2 stops25h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 5/1$815
Best flights from Melbourne to Qingdao
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Qingdao that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
Mon 16/321:40MEL - TAO
1 stop14h 55mSichuan Airlines
Fri 20/310:50TAO - MEL
1 stop24h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 5/1$612
Fri 20/219:30MEL - TAO
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/217:05TAO - MEL
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$704
Mon 16/311:25MEL - TAO
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
Fri 20/317:15TAO - MEL
2 stops25h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 5/1$815
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Qingdao
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Qingdao. Data last updated 8 January 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 18/108:40MEL - TAO
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Sun 25/117:15TAO - MEL
2 stops49h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 7/1$1,058
Thu 22/111:25MEL - TAO
1 stop26h 50mChina Southern
Sun 25/117:15TAO - MEL
2 stops49h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 7/1$1,063
Fri 20/219:30MEL - TAO
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/217:05TAO - MEL
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$704
Sat 21/213:00MEL - TAO
2 stops25h 45mChina Eastern
Sat 28/217:00TAO - MEL
2 stops39h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/1$747
Sat 21/206:00MEL - TAO
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/220:40TAO - MEL
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$821
One-way flights from Melbourne to Qingdao
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Qingdao. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
Sun 18/112:25MEL - TAO
1 stop31h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 5/1$334
Mon 2/212:25MEL - TAO
1 stop15h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 5/1$338
Tue 27/112:25MEL - TAO
1 stop14h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 5/1$344
Tue 27/122:35MEL - TAO
1 stop36h 00mScoot
Deal found 6/1$353
Mon 2/220:15MEL - TAO
2 stops21h 45mAir China
Deal found 5/1$381
Sun 18/120:15MEL - TAO
2 stops20h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/1$392
Tue 27/120:15MEL - TAO
2 stops20h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/1$395
Tue 27/122:20MEL - TAO
1 stop21h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 6/1$398
Mon 26/101:30MEL - TAO
3 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$419
Tue 27/120:45MEL - TAO
2 stops19h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 6/1$426
Sun 18/107:45MEL - TAO
3 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$482
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao that are best for you.
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Melbourne
Fly to
Qingdao
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Mon 16/3
21:40-09:35
1 stop14h 55m
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Fri 20/3
10:50-14:30
1 stop24h 40m
$612
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Fri 20/2
19:30-18:30
1 stop26h 00m
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Fri 27/2
17:05-12:35
1 stop16h 30m
$704
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Mon 16/3
11:25-13:55
1 stop29h 30m
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Fri 20/3
17:15-21:30
2 stops25h 15m
$815
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
12:25-16:45
1 stop31h 20m
$334
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
12:25-00:30
1 stop15h 05m
$338
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Tue 27/1
12:25-00:15
1 stop14h 50m
$344
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Tue 27/1
22:35-07:35
1 stop36h 00m
$353
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
20:15-15:00
2 stops21h 45m
$381
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
20:15-14:05
2 stops20h 50m
$392
MelbourneQingdao
MEL - TAO
MELTAO
Melbourne
Tue 27/1
20:15-14:05
2 stops20h 50m
$395
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Qingdao. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao, you should look to book at least 5 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao (average of $463). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao in January is currently the most expensive (average of $812). 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.
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 8 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern
from Melbourne Airport 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.
Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Qingdao from Melbourne?
Most people fly into Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) if they book a flight to Qingdao from Melbourne. On average, Qingdao Jiaodong Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 7 airlines. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is conveniently located just 41.4 km from Qingdao’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao?
Sichuan Airlines and China Southern can get you from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao in just under 14h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 35m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao is about 8612 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 flying from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao round-trip?
Flying on Beijing Capital Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Qingdao, with prices starting at $463. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Juneyao Airlines and XiamenAir, with the lowest prices starting at $518 and $532, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $288. However, be on the lookout for offers from XiamenAir and Beijing Capital Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao for a low price.
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao? While on average our users pay $1,182, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $791. The most popular route (Melbourne - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), is priced around $616.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Qingdao?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Qingdao?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao (average of $463). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao in January is currently the most expensive (average of $812). 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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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 8 January 2026.
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