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$331+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Qingdao (TAO)

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TAO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/168:55 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop27h 40mAir China
Wed 1/148:55 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop38h 05mAir China
Deal found 12/16$1,415
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:50 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops30h 50mAir China
Mon 1/55:50 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop40h 10mAir China
Deal found 12/16$1,571
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:50 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops32h 10mAir China
Tue 1/67:50 amTAO - LAX
1 stop26h 10mAir China
Deal found 12/16$1,573
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:55 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/58:00 amTAO - LAX
3 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,697
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1611:30 amLAX - TAO
2 stops59h 20mChina Eastern
Wed 1/1411:10 amTAO - LAX
2 stops61h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/16$1,855
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Tue 12/239:50 amLAX - TAO
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/62:30 pmTAO - LAX
3 stops41h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,233
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Tue 12/238:55 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/411:10 pmTAO - LAX
2 stops48h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,381

Find flight deals from Irvine to Qingdao

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Qingdao flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$649
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$331
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$976
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($287 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Qingdao that are best for you.

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Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

11:30 am-12:20 am

1 stop20h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 1/21

7:20 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 45m

$649

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Fri 1/16

11:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop32h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 2/3

7:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 40m

$667

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

12:05 am-12:35 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 3/3

1:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$674

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

12:05 am-12:35 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 3/3

1:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$674

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/22

11:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 4/5

8:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$702

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/22

12:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 4/5

9:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop28h 05m

$705

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/22

11:45 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 4/5

9:55 am-8:00 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$717

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Fri 2/6

10:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 2/22

8:05 am-6:30 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$734

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 4/5

11:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 4/9

8:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$747

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

11:30 am-6:35 pm

1 stop39h 05m

$333

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Qingdao

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Qingdao. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to Qingdao, you should look to book at least 47 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 Irvine to Qingdao?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Qingdao (average of $573). Flying from Irvine to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $861). 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 IR9 to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Irvine to Qingdao by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Sichuan Airlines, and Cathay Pacific from Irvine 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,095 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Air China
7.1
Good
129 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 Irvine?

    Most people fly into Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) if they book a flight to Qingdao from Irvine. On average, Qingdao Jiaodong Intl has 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day from 7 airlines. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is conveniently located just 25.7 mi from Qingdao’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Qingdao?

    For as low as $674, China Eastern can have you in Qingdao from Irvine in 20h 30m. The distance between Irvine and Qingdao is about 6286 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $307 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and China Southern, with prices starting from $337 and $348, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Qingdao (average of $573). Flying from Irvine to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $861). 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 7 airlines flying from Irvine to Qingdao

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$577Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$614Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$645Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
XiamenAirCheapest$669Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$676Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Korean AirCheapest$704Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$755Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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