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$443+ Cheap flights from California 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TAO
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Qingdao

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$781
(Ovago)

One-way from

$443
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$999
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Cheapest flights from California to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 4/1811:05 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops44h 25mAir China
Fri 5/3011:30 amTAO - LAX
1 stop23h 40mAir China
Deal found 4/1$781
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/163:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/79:50 amTAO - SFO
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$788
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/511:59 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops43h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1012:25 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$804
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2511:50 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops54h 30mChina Southern
Fri 5/3011:35 amTAO - LAX
1 stop23h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 4/1$816
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1811:15 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop22h 45mSichuan Airlines
Tue 4/292:00 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop21h 45mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/1$820
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/311:55 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop25h 35mXiamenAir
Thu 4/175:45 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop17h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 4/1$895
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/148:55 amSFO - TAO
2 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 5/44:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop31h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/1$921
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 4/212:30 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop34h 15mKorean Air
Wed 4/162:55 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop15h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 4/1$937
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1412:40 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop29h 00mKorean Air
Tue 5/69:45 amTAO - SFO
1 stop15h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 4/1$954
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Tue 4/2911:50 pmLAS - TAO
1 stop17h 50mKorean Air
Tue 5/69:45 amTAO - LAS
1 stop21h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 4/1$963
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/1712:30 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Tue 4/299:00 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop28h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/31$981
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Tue 4/297:02 pmLAS - TAO
2 stops30h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/65:45 pmTAO - LAS
2 stops33h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$991

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Qingdao that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Qingdao

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Fri 4/18

11:05 pm-10:30 am

2 stops44h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 5/30

11:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$781

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

3:30 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 5/7

9:50 am-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$788

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

11:59 pm-10:30 am

2 stops43h 31m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 6/10

12:25 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$804

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

11:50 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops54h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 5/30

11:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$816

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Fri 4/18

11:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 4/29

2:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$820

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

8:55 am-8:55 am

2 stops33h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 5/4

4:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 15m

$921

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

12:40 pm-8:40 am

1 stop29h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 5/6

9:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 55m

$954

Las VegasQingdao

LAS - TAO

LASTAO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/29

11:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop17h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 5/6

9:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$963

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

11:50 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 9/12

2:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop33h 45m

$970

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

12:30 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 4/29

9:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop28h 05m

$981

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Best time to book a flight from California to Qingdao

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from California to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,955). 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 CA to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 April 2, 2025.

When flying from California to Qingdao, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Qingdao when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

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 April 2, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Qingdao, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from California to Qingdao, you will be flying into Qingdao Jiaodong Intl. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) is just 25.7 mi from the center of the city.

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

    $483 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Korean Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and China Southern, with prices starting from $578 and $783, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl, San Francisco - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl or San Jose - Qingdao Jiaodong Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Qingdao.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from California to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,955). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Qingdao

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$666Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$676Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$677Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Air ChinaCheapest$752Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$771Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$876Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,102Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,110Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ANACheapest$1,178Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,367Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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