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$372+ Cheap flights from the United States to Qingdao (TAO)

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LAX — TAO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$574
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$372
(Air China)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,203
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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 September 11, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2310:00 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop27h 55mAir China
Tue 10/2112:25 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop21h 35mAir China
Deal found 9/9$574
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/2310:00 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop24h 10mAir China
Mon 10/207:35 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop38h 25mAir China
Deal found 9/9$596
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 9/910:00 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop29h 10mAir China
Mon 9/155:55 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop40h 05mAir China
Deal found 9/8$607
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/2610:30 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop29h 50mSichuan Airlines
Sat 11/158:20 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop39h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 9/11$625
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Mon 9/2211:25 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop20h 55mAir China
Mon 10/135:55 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop40h 05mAir China
Deal found 9/10$650
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 9/2310:00 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop24h 10mAir China
Thu 10/167:55 amTAO - LAX
1 stop27h 15mAir China
Deal found 9/8$652
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/2711:45 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/268:55 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$663
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2212:30 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop21h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 10/166:45 amTAO - LAX
1 stop18h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/8$671
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Sun 9/2112:30 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop33h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 10/166:45 amTAO - LAX
1 stop18h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/8$673
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Sun 9/2811:50 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop23h 55mChina Southern
Fri 10/109:25 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop37h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 9/10$677
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Wed 9/2411:50 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop29h 35mChina Southern
Wed 10/2211:35 amTAO - LAX
1 stop23h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 9/9$681
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Mon 9/2912:00 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop36h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 10/154:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop31h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/10$687

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Qingdao that are best for you.

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USA

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Qingdao

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

10:30 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 11/15

8:20 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$625

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

11:25 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 10/13

5:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop40h 05m

$650

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

11:45 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 11/26

8:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$663

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 9/28

11:50 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 10/10

9:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$677

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

11:25 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 10/29

8:55 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$698

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

11:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 10/29

10:50 am-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$709

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

12:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 10/14

2:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$726

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

11:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 10/15

7:15 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$736

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

12:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 10/16

2:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$741

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

11:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 10/23

2:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop35h 30m

$746

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The best insider tips for theUnited States to Qingdao flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Qingdao trip
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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.

Read more about Korean Airby Yulia Denisyuk
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.

Read more about Air Chinaby Ramsey Qubein
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.

Read more about Cathay Pacificby Yulia Denisyuk
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.

Read more about China Southernby Daniel Scheffler
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.

Read more about China Easternby John Walton
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.

Read more about Asiana Airlinesby Marisa Garcia
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Ramsey Qubein

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Qingdao (average of $1,055). Flying from USA to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,887). 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Qingdao as you normally would.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Qingdao, such as Korean Air, ANA, and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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!!
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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!!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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!!
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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!!
Air China
7.2
Good
99 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

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  • 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 20h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6286 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular route from USA to Qingdao is Los Angeles - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl. You may also consider Dallas/Fort Worth - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Qingdao (average of $1,055). Flying from USA to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,887). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$605Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$614Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
XiamenAirCheapest$669Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Cathay PacificCheapest$674Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$676Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China SouthernCheapest$728Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$870Average$1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$970Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,087Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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