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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Qingdao from $417

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TAO
30 Apr — 7 May1
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 (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 25 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$606

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$988
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 11/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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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 25 April 2025.

Wed 10/910:20MEL - TAO
1 stop27h 20mChina Southern
Mon 22/918:35TAO - MEL
1 stop22h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 24/4$764
Fri 12/908:00MEL - TAO
1 stop32h 55mJuneyao Airlines
Fri 26/918:05TAO - MEL
1 stop33h 55mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 24/4$869
Thu 11/911:35MEL - TAO
1 stop30h 50mXiamenAir
Tue 23/917:45TAO - MEL
1 stop13h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 24/4$880
Wed 10/914:25MEL - TAO
1 stop25h 10mCathay Pacific
Sun 21/914:45TAO - MEL
1 stop18h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/4$899
Sat 13/907:00MEL - TAO
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/922:20TAO - MEL
Nonstop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$943
Sat 13/920:20MEL - TAO
1 stop18h 40mSichuan Airlines
Wed 24/914:00TAO - MEL
1 stop22h 20mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 24/4$963
Sun 14/913:35MEL - TAO
Nonstop11h 50mBeijing Capital Airlines
Tue 23/922:20TAO - MEL
Nonstop11h 15mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 24/4$969
Mon 15/905:55MEL - TAO
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Sun 21/908:50TAO - MEL
1 stop24h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,029
Sun 14/920:00MEL - TAO
2 stops27h 30mAir China
Thu 25/918:00TAO - MEL
1 stop18h 35mAir China
Deal found 23/4$1,535
Fri 12/919:45MEL - TAO
2 stops18h 45mHainan Airlines
Mon 22/913:30TAO - MEL
2 stops22h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,613

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

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Melbourne

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

10:20-23:55

1 stop15h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 19/6

21:25-19:20

1 stop19h 55m

$417

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

20:00-22:35

1 stop28h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 19/6

10:15-14:35

2 stops26h 20m

$670

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

07:00-16:25

3 stops35h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 19/6

08:50-11:45

1 stop24h 55m

$756

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 12/9

08:00-14:55

1 stop32h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 26/9

18:05-06:00

1 stop33h 55m

$869

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

11:35-16:25

1 stop30h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 23/9

17:45-09:35

1 stop13h 50m

$880

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

14:25-13:35

1 stop25h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 21/9

14:45-11:15

1 stop18h 30m

$899

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 13/9

20:20-13:00

1 stop18h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 24/9

14:00-14:20

1 stop22h 20m

$963

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

13:35-23:25

Nonstop11h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 23/9

22:20-11:35

Nonstop11h 15m

$969

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

05:55-07:35

1 stop27h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 21/9

08:50-11:00

1 stop24h 10m

$1,029

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 12/9

19:45-12:30

2 stops18h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 22/9

13:30-14:05

2 stops22h 35m

$1,613

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Deals found on 24/4

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 18 April 2025.

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 73 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 $361). Flying from Melbourne to Qingdao in December is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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 25 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Qingdao at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% 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 25 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Melbourne to Qingdao. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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
37 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,290 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
850 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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
94 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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
145 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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?

    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 8 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.

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

    According to our current data, XiamenAir ($606), Scoot ($741), and China Southern ($764) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Qingdao. XiamenAir is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Qingdao?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Qingdao is $331. On average you can expect to pay $668. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), can usually be booked for $594.

  • 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 $361). Flying from Melbourne to Qingdao in December is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$236Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$456Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$513Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$557Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$558Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$675Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$931Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,147Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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