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Cheap flights from Sydney to Qingdao from $488

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 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — TAO
26 Jul — 2 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 June 2026.

Fri 7/813:00
SYD
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TAO
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Fri 21/808:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 21/6$766
Fri 6/1113:25
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop21h 10m
Scoot
Fri 27/1108:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop24h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 22/6$791
Fri 14/813:00
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Fri 28/808:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 23/6$804
Mon 3/813:00
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Tue 11/808:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 21/6$826
Mon 27/720:35
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop37h 00m
Scoot
Fri 7/808:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 22/6$829
Mon 10/821:55
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/908:55
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6$836
Fri 14/811:55
SYD
-
TAO
Nonstop12h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/808:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6$843
Mon 3/811:00
SYD
-
TAO
Nonstop11h 40m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Sun 9/819:45
TAO
-
SYD
Nonstop11h 15m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 24/6$856
Mon 3/813:00
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Sun 9/808:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 24/6$859
Fri 28/807:25
SYD
-
TAO
1 stop26h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 6/908:50
TAO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/6$866
Fri 24/711:55
SYD
-
TAO
Nonstop12h 10m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Thu 6/820:55
TAO
-
SYD
Nonstop11h 00m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 25/6$871

Find flight deals from Sydney to Qingdao

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 26 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$766

One-way from

$488

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,146

Good round-trip deal

$1,072 or less
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  • 7/8-21/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 05m total
  • Sydney to Qingdao
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  • 16/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 00m total
  • Sydney to Qingdao
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 26 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/8

21:55-13:30

1 stop17h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 3/9

08:55-19:20

1 stop32h 25m

$836

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/8

06:00-07:35

2 stops27h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 21/8

08:50-11:45

1 stop24h 55m

$901

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

06:00-07:35

2 stops27h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 11/8

08:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$966

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

14:05-13:30

1 stop25h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 28/8

14:45-11:45

1 stop19h 00m

$968

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

14:05-13:30

1 stop25h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 31/8

14:45-06:10

1 stop13h 25m

$968
Fastest return journey

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/8

11:55-22:05

Nonstop12h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 6/9

08:50-11:45

1 stop24h 55m

$979

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

$994

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

08:50-10:35

1 stop28h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 4/11

11:35-06:50

1 stop16h 15m

$1,034

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

21:30-00:10

1 stop29h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 4/11

12:50-10:00

1 stop18h 10m

$1,034
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

SydneyQingdao

SYD - TAO

SYDTAO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

13:00-07:35

1 stop20h 35m

$510

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Qingdao

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

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

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Qingdao is 55 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Qingdao (average of $601). Flying from Sydney to Qingdao in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,249). 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 Sydney 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 26 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern and China Eastern from Sydney to Qingdao by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Sydney to Qingdao flight route?

    The Sydney Kingsford Smith to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl flight path was viewed by 243 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 Sydney to Qingdao?

    Singapore Airlines and Juneyao Airlines can get you from Sydney to Qingdao in just under 15h. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8451 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $509, China Eastern will fly you from Sydney to Qingdao and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Beijing Capital Airlines and China Southern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $567 and $596, respectively. Users have found that China Eastern is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $311 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Beijing Capital Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $367 and $380, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Qingdao?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Qingdao is generally $1,118, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $659. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), you can expect to pay $856 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Qingdao?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Qingdao (average of $601). Flying from Sydney to Qingdao in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,249). 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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Fly from Sydney to Qingdao on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to Qingdao. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 26 June 2026.
Beijing Capital Airlines flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
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Top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Qingdao

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 26 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$509Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$567Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$596Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$625Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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XiamenAirCheapest$625Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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