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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao from $540

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TAO
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$597

One-way from

$540

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$889

Good one-way deal

$511 or less
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 8/8-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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18/6
  • 18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($287 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Qingdao
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 13 June 2025.

Wed 5/1112:35MEL - TAO
1 stop26h 15mXiamenAir
Fri 21/1113:10TAO - MEL
1 stop18h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 11/6$543
Fri 8/811:00MEL - TAO
1 stop16h 05mChina Eastern
Sat 16/820:10TAO - MEL
2 stops35h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6$720
Fri 8/819:45MEL - TAO
2 stops18h 45mHainan Airlines
Sat 16/813:30TAO - MEL
2 stops22h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/6$725
Tue 4/1100:35MEL - TAO
1 stop33h 55mSingapore Airlines
Fri 21/1109:00TAO - MEL
1 stop30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/6$726
Wed 5/1123:30MEL - TAO
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Fri 21/1117:15TAO - MEL
2 stops25h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6$774
Sat 26/713:35MEL - TAO
1 stop20h 00mScoot
Sat 2/808:50TAO - MEL
1 stop33h 25mScoot
Deal found 11/6$832
Thu 7/800:30MEL - TAO
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/808:50TAO - MEL
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$846
Fri 26/920:20MEL - TAO
1 stop18h 40mSichuan Airlines
Sun 12/1014:00TAO - MEL
1 stop22h 20mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/6$847
Mon 8/1215:35MEL - TAO
1 stop24h 40mCathay Pacific
Sat 20/1214:40TAO - MEL
2 stops27h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/6$1,460

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Qingdao

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

11:35-23:50

1 stop14h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 16/8

12:50-09:35

1 stop18h 45m

$597

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

11:00-01:05

1 stop16h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 16/8

20:10-10:00

2 stops35h 50m

$720

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

19:45-12:30

2 stops18h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 16/8

13:30-14:05

2 stops22h 35m

$725

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 26/7

13:35-07:35

1 stop20h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 2/8

08:50-20:15

1 stop33h 25m

$832

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

00:30-16:40

2 stops18h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 16/8

08:50-20:15

1 stop33h 25m

$846

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

21:00-16:00

1 stop21h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 16/8

12:50-19:20

1 stop28h 30m

$3,330

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

15:25-11:40

2 stops22h 15m

$540

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

08:00-17:00

1 stop35h 00m

$743

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

13:35-23:25

Nonstop11h 50m

$786

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 25/6

11:35-16:40

1 stop31h 05m

$804

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 11/6

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao

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Cheapflights Insights

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 9 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao, you should look to book at least 73 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao in December is currently the most expensive (average of $848). 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 MEL to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 13 June 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Qingdao by month

Plan your trip to Qingdao by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Qingdao ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Qingdao when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Qingdao by month

Plan your trip to Qingdao by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Qingdao, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
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Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
150 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
306 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao round-trip?

    Flying on XiamenAir is currently your cheapest option to Qingdao, with prices starting at $597. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and Hainan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $720 and $725, respectively. These flights start at 27% 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 Juneyao Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $743. However, be on the lookout for offers from Beijing Capital Airlines and XiamenAir, 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 $528, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $486. The most popular route (Melbourne - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), is priced around $543.

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

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

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

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

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao in December is currently the most expensive (average of $848). 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 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Qingdao

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 13 June 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapest$447Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$498Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$556Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$619Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$662Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$912Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,124Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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