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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Qingdao from $386

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TAO
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 23 July 2026.

Wed 2/908:00
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop15h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Wed 9/918:05
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 21/7$692
Wed 2/908:00
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop15h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Mon 7/922:15
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop29h 45m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 23/7$729
Fri 21/810:20
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop30h 25m
China Southern
Fri 28/815:45
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop14h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 21/7$746
Sun 2/814:35
MEL
-
TAO
Nonstop11h 20m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Thu 27/810:55
TAO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 05m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 19/7$793
Wed 19/813:00
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop20h 40m
Scoot
Wed 26/808:50
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
Scoot
Deal found 19/7$815
Wed 19/814:35
MEL
-
TAO
Nonstop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/808:50
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7$818
Wed 2/911:35
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop31h 10m
XiamenAir
Mon 7/908:45
TAO
-
MEL
2 stops22h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 23/7$832
Sat 5/912:00
MEL
-
TAO
2 stops30h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 23/1007:15
TAO
-
MEL
2 stops24h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 23/7$835
Fri 21/812:00
MEL
-
TAO
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/808:50
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$843

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Qingdao

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$692

One-way from

$386

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$989
Juneyao Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 29/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 23 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Qingdao that are best for you.

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MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

08:00-21:10

1 stop15h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/9

22:15-06:00

1 stop29h 45m

$729

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

21:35-23:45

2 stops28h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 26/8

08:50-11:45

1 stop24h 55m

$840

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

07:25-13:30

1 stop32h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/9

14:45-22:15

1 stop29h 30m

$942

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

15:25-13:30

1 stop25h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 21/10

14:45-23:15

1 stop29h 30m

$945

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

14:35-23:55

Nonstop11h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 9/9

18:05-06:00

1 stop33h 55m

$952

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

15:25-13:30

1 stop25h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 21/10

14:45-23:15

1 stop29h 30m

$996

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

12:00-16:30

2 stops30h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/9

06:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$1,020

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

00:30-10:30

2 stops36h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/9

10:00-22:35

2 stops34h 35m

$1,020
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

13:00-07:40

1 stop20h 40m

$386

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

11:35-16:45

1 stop31h 10m

$440

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao (average of $586). Flying from Melbourne to Qingdao in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,089). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Qingdao?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Qingdao flights typically cost between $798 and $995 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $692 on Juneyao Airlines (2 Sept–9 Sept).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Qingdao may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 23 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern and China Eastern from Melbourne to Qingdao have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,July 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,July 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
229 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,July 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.

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?

    Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao. You should not have trouble finding flights to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Qingdao airport from Melbourne. It is only a 41.4 km journey from Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) to Qingdao’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Qingdao?

    For as low as $729, Juneyao Airlines can have you in Qingdao from Melbourne in 15h 10m. There are 8612 km between Melbourne and Qingdao. 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 to Qingdao round-trip?

    According to our current data, Juneyao Airlines ($499), Beijing Capital Airlines ($538), and Sichuan Airlines ($542) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Qingdao. Juneyao Airlines is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Beijing Capital Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $313. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Qingdao for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Qingdao?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Qingdao is $423. On average you can expect to pay $705. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), can usually be booked for $702.

  • 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 to Qingdao?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao (average of $586). Flying from Melbourne to Qingdao in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,089). 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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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$499Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$538Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$542Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$616Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapest$631Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$638Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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