Qingdao

$334+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TAO
Dec 26 — Jan 21
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Cheapest flights from USA to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/3010:45 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop33h 30mXiamenAir
Wed 4/227:15 pmTAO - LAX
2 stops39h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 11/24$714
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop26h 45mChina Southern
Sun 1/258:40 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops39h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 11/26$715
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:15 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop24h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 4/222:45 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop35h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/24$732
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop26h 45mChina Southern
Mon 1/2612:25 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops23h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/26$734
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/3011:30 amLAX - TAO
1 stop39h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 4/226:35 amTAO - LAX
1 stop18h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/24$772
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/249:45 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop23h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/152:30 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/24$782
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Sat 12/2712:00 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop28h 25mChina Eastern
Sun 1/256:15 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop30h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/26$791
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/910:55 amLAX - TAO
1 stop34h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/102:45 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/26$802
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:55 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/282:30 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/26$803
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Thu 12/2511:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop26h 45mChina Southern
Mon 1/267:25 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/26$808
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Mon 12/2911:35 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops43h 40mChina Southern
Thu 1/229:35 amTAO - SFO
3 stops26h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 11/26$815
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2411:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop26h 45mChina Southern
Mon 12/158:05 amTAO - SFO
2 stops27h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/24$833

Cheap flight deals from USA to Qingdao

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Qingdao flight deals. Data was last updated November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$683
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$334
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,986
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Qingdao Jiaodong Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Qingdao Jiaodong Intl flights.
From USA to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
One-way flight from USA to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($296 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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

Fly from

USA

Fly to

Qingdao

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Tue 1/6

9:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 1/13

10:50 am-7:05 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$730

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

9:15 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 2/28

2:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$730

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Tue 12/30

9:15 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 4/22

2:45 pm-10:45 am

1 stop35h 00m

$732

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

11:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop32h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 2/5

9:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 00m

$737

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

11:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop32h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 2/5

12:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop36h 15m

$737

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

11:30 am-12:10 am

1 stop20h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 2/5

9:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 00m

$737

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

10:45 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 1/29

8:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$748

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

10:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 1/13

6:45 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop39h 45m

$753

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

11:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 1/28

6:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$753

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

10:25 pm-10:25 am

1 stop20h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 1/30

11:25 am-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$756

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Qingdao

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Qingdao

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Qingdao (average of $482). Flying from USA to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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 US to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 November 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from USA to Qingdao in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Qingdao?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to Qingdao. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Qingdao flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Qingdao flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Qingdao trip
Airlines
Korean Air

Korean Air's economy seat pitch is 33”-34”, offering more space than many airlines.


Korean Air provides free stopover tours at Incheon for layovers under 24 hours.

Air China

Air China offers award space for Star Alliance partners, ideal for mileage redemption.


Air China provides two checked bags up to 50lbs each on international flights.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific offers free stopovers in Hong Kong for up to 7 days.


Cathay's economy pitch is 32”, roomier than many US airlines.

China Southern

China Southern offers free Wi-Fi on many routes, improving service.


China Southern's Sky Pearl Club offers lounge access and priority boarding.

Asiana Airlines

Asiana's A380 business suites offer 25”-wide seats converting to 81” beds.


Asiana's A350 economy seats have a 32”-33” pitch and 18” width.

China Eastern

China Eastern's 144-hour visa-free transit in Shanghai allows extended stays.


China Eastern's mini-suites on A350 have privacy doors.

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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 November 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Qingdao, such as Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 United States?

    Most people fly into Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) if they book a flight to Qingdao from United States. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is conveniently located just 25.7 mi from Qingdao’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Qingdao?

    Departing from USA to Qingdao will take you 24h. Airlines will cover a distance of 6286 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $354 on XiamenAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $364 and Air China from $388 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Qingdao?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Qingdao (average of $482). Flying from USA to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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 9 airlines flying from USA to Qingdao

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$577Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$614Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
XiamenAirCheapest$669Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$670Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Cathay PacificCheapest$672Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$684Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Korean AirCheapest$704Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China SouthernCheapest$728Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,084Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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