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Flight deals from Melbourne to Qingdao Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Qingdao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs142,119. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Qingdao.Rs55,843 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs55,843, select.
Qingdao.Rs55,843 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs55,843, select.
Qingdao.Rs55,843 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs55,843, select.
Qingdao.Rs66,885 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs66,885, select.
Qingdao.Rs67,475 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,475, select.
Qingdao.Rs75,698 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs75,698, select.
Qingdao.Rs76,368 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs76,368, select.
Qingdao.Rs79,953 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,953, select.
Qingdao.Rs81,248 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,248, select.
Qingdao.Rs84,546 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,546, select.
Qingdao.Rs86,572 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs86,572, select.
Qingdao.Rs91,713 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs91,713, select.
Qingdao.Rs93,420 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs93,420, select.
Qingdao.Rs128,208 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs128,208, select.
Qingdao.Rs163,543 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs163,543, select.
Qingdao.Rs174,343 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs174,343, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Qingdao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Qingdao flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from Rs86,572
Apr
from Rs55,843
May
from Rs55,843
Jun
from Rs75,698
Jul
from Rs67,475
Aug
from Rs66,885
Sep
from Rs84,546
Oct
from Rs76,368
Nov
from Rs55,843
Dec
from Rs128,208
Jan
Find prices
Feb
from Rs174,343

Direct flights from Melbourne to Qingdao

Melbourne to Qingdao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Qingdao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Qingdao.

Qingdao

23km from central Qingdao
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Melbourne to Qingdao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs55,843
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time11 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineCapital Airlines
Average flights per week9

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Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Qingdao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Qingdao is Rs118,284. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Qingdao.
Capital Airlines flies direct from Melbourne to Qingdao.
As of March 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Qingdao.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Qingdao is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Qingdao Airport on Friday, 24 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 42 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Qingdao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Qingdao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO): What you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) leaving from here.

  • Around 11 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport flight.

  • Qingdao is three hours behind Melbourne. Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport is located in Qingdao, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to TAO.

  • During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Get there in one go from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) can be booked from here.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport with Beijing Capital Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from MEL.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between MEL and TAO is Beijing Capital Airlines.

  • Beijing Capital Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to TAO leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Relax before your Melbourne to TAO flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.

  • Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down right on cue.

About Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)

Getting from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao

  • Central Qingdao is around 56 kilometres from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)

  • Rs55,843 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs118,284. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to TAO, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Affordable Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to TAO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Chase down a great fare on a flight from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)

  • February is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO). Visit Qingdao in October if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Before locking in your Melbourne to TAO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Qingdao, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 31ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC and 5ºC.

More about Qingdao

Explore more of China

  • Qingdao will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Qingdao, a visit to Tai'an will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in China, consider Jinan, roughly 274 kilometres west of Qingdao. Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Qingdao

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