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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao from $315

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TAO
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
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 (MEL) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$561

One-way from

$315

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$982

Good round-trip deal

$582 or less

Good one-way deal

$388 or less
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 17/5-22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Qingdao
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($307 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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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 15 April 2025.

Fri 9/508:00MEL - TAO
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/508:50TAO - MEL
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$545
Sat 17/511:35MEL - TAO
1 stop14h 20mXiamenAir
Thu 22/512:50TAO - MEL
1 stop18h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/4$561
Fri 16/513:00MEL - TAO
1 stop20h 35mScoot
Thu 22/508:50TAO - MEL
1 stop33h 25mScoot
Deal found 14/4$630
Sun 18/508:00MEL - TAO
1 stop34h 55mJuneyao Airlines
Wed 21/522:00TAO - MEL
1 stop30h 00mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 14/4$633
Fri 16/520:00MEL - TAO
2 stops19h 10mAir China
Tue 20/513:25TAO - MEL
2 stops23h 10mAir China
Deal found 14/4$690
Mon 19/510:20MEL - TAO
1 stop15h 35mChina Southern
Wed 21/515:50TAO - MEL
1 stop14h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 15/4$815
Thu 15/514:25MEL - TAO
2 stops25h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 24/514:45TAO - MEL
2 stops20h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4$1,043
Fri 16/511:00MEL - TAO
2 stops27h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 22/518:15TAO - MEL
2 stops36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4$1,359
Sun 7/1200:35MEL - TAO
1 stop33h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 20/1209:00TAO - MEL
1 stop30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,387
Fri 18/419:45MEL - TAO
2 stops18h 45mHainan Airlines
Sat 19/422:20TAO - MEL
Nonstop11h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,030
Mon 21/420:20MEL - TAO
1 stop18h 40mSichuan Airlines
Wed 17/914:00TAO - MEL
1 stop22h 20mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 14/4$3,412
Sun 20/413:35MEL - TAO
Nonstop11h 50mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sat 27/922:20TAO - MEL
Nonstop11h 15mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 14/4$5,192

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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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao that are best for you.

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Melbourne

Fly to

Qingdao

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

08:00-08:20

1 stop26h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 24/5

08:50-20:15

1 stop33h 25m

$545

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

11:35-23:55

1 stop14h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 22/5

12:50-09:35

1 stop18h 45m

$561

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

13:00-07:35

1 stop20h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 22/5

08:50-20:15

1 stop33h 25m

$630

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

08:00-16:55

1 stop34h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 21/5

22:00-06:00

1 stop30h 00m

$633

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

20:00-13:10

2 stops19h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 20/5

13:25-14:35

2 stops23h 10m

$690

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

10:20-23:55

1 stop15h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 21/5

15:50-08:40

1 stop14h 50m

$815

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

14:25-13:35

2 stops25h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 24/5

14:45-13:05

2 stops20h 20m

$1,043

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

11:00-12:40

2 stops27h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 22/5

18:15-09:00

2 stops36h 45m

$1,359

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

13:00-07:35

1 stop20h 35m

$315

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

13:35-23:25

Nonstop11h 50m

$331

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Qingdao from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 15 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 15 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific, China Southern and China Eastern from Melbourne to Qingdao. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
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Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Oliver,Feb 2025

SGN - HKG

Ho Chi Minh City airport is busy with long queues! The gate area wasn’t big enough to handle 2 long hauls departing at same times (Cathay + Qatar)
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
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Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Oliver,Feb 2025

SGN - HKG

Ho Chi Minh City airport is busy with long queues! The gate area wasn’t big enough to handle 2 long hauls departing at same times (Cathay + Qatar)
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Oliver,Feb 2025

SGN - HKG

Ho Chi Minh City airport is busy with long queues! The gate area wasn’t big enough to handle 2 long hauls departing at same times (Cathay + Qatar)
China Eastern
7.2
Good
143 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Oliver,Feb 2025

SGN - HKG

Ho Chi Minh City airport is busy with long queues! The gate area wasn’t big enough to handle 2 long hauls departing at same times (Cathay + Qatar)
Scoot
6.7
Okay
303 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Oliver,Feb 2025

SGN - HKG

Ho Chi Minh City airport is busy with long queues! The gate area wasn’t big enough to handle 2 long hauls departing at same times (Cathay + Qatar)

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?

    Most people fly into Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) if they book a flight to Qingdao from Melbourne. On average, Qingdao Jiaodong Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 8 airlines. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is conveniently located just 41.4 km from Qingdao’s city centre.

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

    Flying on XiamenAir is currently your cheapest option to Qingdao, with prices starting at $561. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scoot and Juneyao Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $630 and $633, respectively. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scoot, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $315. However, be on the lookout for offers from Beijing Capital Airlines and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao? While on average our users pay $594, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $293. The most popular route (Melbourne - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl), is priced around $535.

  • 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 Airport to Qingdao?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Qingdao (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Qingdao

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$238Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$461Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$518Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$563Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$564Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$700Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$941Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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