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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Qingdao from $426

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 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TAO
16 Jun — 23 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Thursday 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 17 May 2026.

Mon 1/606:30
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/622:50
TAO
-
MEL
Nonstop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$863
Sat 17/1015:25
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop25h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 21/1014:45
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop18h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5$961
Sun 20/923:35
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop34h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 17/1008:50
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/5$984
Sun 20/920:00
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1022:50
TAO
-
MEL
Nonstop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$990
Sat 17/1021:20
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop18h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 21/1014:10
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,032
Sun 20/914:35
MEL
-
TAO
Nonstop11h 20m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Sat 17/1022:50
TAO
-
MEL
Nonstop11h 45m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,035
Mon 1/610:20
MEL
-
TAO
2 stops23h 50m
China Southern
Tue 30/620:50
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,043
Mon 1/607:25
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop32h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 30/614:45
TAO
-
MEL
1 stop18h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 14/5$1,052
Sat 17/1022:30
MEL
-
TAO
1 stop28h 20m
China Eastern
Wed 21/1007:15
TAO
-
MEL
2 stops24h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/5$1,054

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 17 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$863

One-way from

$426

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$526
Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 1/6-30/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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16/10
  • 16/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

15:25-13:30

1 stop25h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 21/10

14:45-12:15

1 stop18h 30m

$961
Fastest return journey

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

21:20-13:00

1 stop18h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 21/10

14:10-15:10

1 stop22h 00m

$1,032

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

22:30-12:20

1 stop16h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 21/10

07:15-11:00

2 stops24h 45m

$1,059

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 25/6

12:00-09:20

2 stops23h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 5/7

16:50-12:40

1 stop17h 50m

$1,429

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sun 28/6

09:00-13:30

2 stops30h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 7/7

14:45-22:15

1 stop29h 30m

$1,798
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

13:00-07:35

1 stop20h 35m

$496

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

00:30-08:05

1 stop33h 35m

$548

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

20:20-13:00

1 stop18h 40m

$565

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

12:00-09:20

2 stops23h 20m

$566

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

12:00-12:45

2 stops26h 45m

$587

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

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 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao (average of $487). Flying from Melbourne to Qingdao in January is currently the most expensive (average of $756). 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?

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 17 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Sichuan Airlines,China Southern, andChina 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.
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

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.
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
151 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

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.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

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

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 $1,059, Cathay Pacific can have you in Qingdao from Melbourne in 16h 50m. 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 ($488), Beijing Capital Airlines ($526), and Sichuan Airlines ($530) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Qingdao. Juneyao Airlines is 36% 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 $296. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and XiamenAir, 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 $706. On average you can expect to pay $1,174. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), can usually be booked for $863.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao (average of $487). Flying from Melbourne to Qingdao in January is currently the most expensive (average of $756). 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 6 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 17 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$488Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$526Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$530Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$602Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapest$617Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$624Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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