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— TAO
21 Oct — 28 Oct1
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Flights to Qingdao in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Qingdao

Fri 30/1021:40 -
Nonstop10h 50m
Fri 20/1115:00 -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 18/9£444
Wed 4/1111:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Wed 11/1110:55 -
1 stop28h 15m
Deal found 20/9£450
Mon 16/1121:30 -
Nonstop11h 00m
Fri 27/1115:00 -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 20/9£455
Mon 2/1121:30 -
Nonstop11h 00m
Mon 9/1115:00 -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 18/9£457
Sun 15/1110:40 -
1 stop20h 40m
Sun 22/1117:30 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 21/9£463
Fri 20/1122:00 -
1 stop29h 15m
Fri 27/1120:40 -
1 stop29h 55m
Deal found 20/9£464
Fri 30/1009:50 -
1 stop25h 50m
Fri 20/1118:55 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 21/9£475
Fri 2/1022:05 -
Nonstop11h 05m
Tue 13/1008:55 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 17/9£480
Sun 15/1117:15 -
1 stop17h 05m
Wed 25/1118:45 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 19/9£483
Mon 2/1117:45 -
1 stop20h 55m
Mon 9/1115:50 -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 18/9£484
Tue 17/1122:00 -
1 stop17h 50m
Wed 25/1120:40 -
1 stop29h 55m
Deal found 20/9£485
Fri 20/1119:10 -
1 stop19h 25m
Fri 27/1108:30 -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 20/9£495

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Return from

£444

One-way from

£287

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£391

Good round-trip deal

£446 or less

Good one-way deal

£400 or less
Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 30/10-20/11
  • Nonstop
  • 22h 50m total
  • London to Qingdao
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Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 2/10-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 05m total
  • London to Qingdao
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LondonQingdao

LGW London Gatwick - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LGWTAO

London Gatwick

Fri 1/1

21:15-10:05

2 stops28h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£321
Fastest return journey

LondonQingdao

LHR London Heathrow - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Mon 11/1

21:30-16:30

Nonstop11h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£398

LondonQingdao

LGW London Gatwick - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LGWTAO

London Gatwick

Mon 11/1

17:00-00:10

1 stop23h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£404

LondonQingdao

LGW London Gatwick - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LGWTAO

London Gatwick

Wed 30/12

10:30-00:10

1 stop29h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£407

LondonQingdao

LHR London Heathrow - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Mon 11/1

21:00-00:10

1 stop19h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£419

LondonQingdao

LHR London Heathrow - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Mon 11/1

20:25-00:10

2 stops19h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£433

LondonQingdao

STN London Stansted - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

STNTAO

London Stansted

Fri 1/1

06:00-17:40

2 stops27h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£479

LondonQingdao

LHR London Heathrow - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LHRTAO

London Heathrow

Sat 10/10

20:10-07:10

3 stops52h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£481

LondonQingdao

LGW London Gatwick - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LGWTAO

London Gatwick

Mon 11/1

14:35-00:15

2 stops25h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£495

LondonQingdao

LGW London Gatwick - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

LGWTAO

London Gatwick

Mon 28/12

11:35-00:10

3 stops28h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£498

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Qingdao

How long is the flight to Qingdao?

On average, a flight from London to Qingdao takes 17 hours 27 minutes. Flights to Qingdao from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Qingdao?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Qingdao are Beijing Capital Airlines, China Southern and Air China.

Beijing Capital Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines
From £353
Air China
Air China
From £416
Juneyao Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
From £497
China Southern
China Southern
From £408

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Qingdao?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Qingdao are Beijing Capital Airlines, China Southern and Air China.

Rainfall in Qingdao 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

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Qingdao?

The price you pay for your flight to Qingdao may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Qingdao

Read through reviews of airlines serving China, such as Air China. 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.
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.

FAQs about flying to Qingdao

Getting around Qingdao

Most locals and visitors in Qingdao use public buses as their preferred means of transport. This is because the city is quite hilly, making walking, or using bikes or motorbikes, impractical. There is a very good public bus network in the city, and this is complimented by special tour buses that will take you to key sights (along with an informative guide on hand to answer questions), and long distance coaches to other cities. Ships, sea and river ferries taxis, and the railway are other methods of transport available in the city.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Getting to the town centre from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) is very easy as there are 5 different shuttle buses that you can take to get to various destinations in the city. The journey is around 14 miles (23 km). You can also hire a car, or take a taxi, to make this journey. Many car hire companies will enable you to book your vehicle online before you travel, and will have it ready for you to pick up when your flight arrives at the airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Qingdao?

    Travelers will need to book flights to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) if they wish to fly to Qingdao. The Qingdao airport is 25.7 mi from the city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Qingdao if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Qingdao on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Qingdao?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Beijing Capital Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Qingdao.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Qingdao?

    Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Qingdao. One-way flights to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl typically cost £95, while return flights cost around £201.

  • How much is a return flight to Qingdao?

    A return flight to Qingdao will typically cost around £206, however they can be found for as little as £201.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Qingdao depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Qingdao, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Qingdao Jiaodong Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl?

    Yes. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Barony Park Hotel Qingdao Airport is the closest property to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (0.0 mi away from Qingdao Jiaodong Intl).

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