HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Qingdao

$474+ 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TAO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Irvine to Qingdao with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

The best prices from Irvine to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Qingdao

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) to Qingdao (TAO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$891
(Ovago)

One-way from

$474
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,189
From Irvine to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Irvine to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Irvine to Qingdao

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, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/2810:40 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop23h 00mKorean Air
Fri 1/3110:55 amTAO - LAX
1 stop18h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 12/17$903
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3112:05 amLAX - TAO
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/209:50 amTAO - LAX
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,305
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3112:05 amLAX - TAO
1 stop20h 30mANA
Tue 1/211:35 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop20h 15mANA
Deal found 12/17$1,324
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/289:05 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops25h 05mAir China
Fri 1/318:00 amTAO - LAX
1 stop27h 00mAir China
Deal found 12/17$1,339
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/209:30 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops28h 10mSichuan Airlines
Tue 12/3110:35 amTAO - LAX
1 stop24h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,460
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/2410:45 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops32h 05mXiamenAir
Tue 1/78:05 amTAO - LAX
2 stops26h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 12/18$2,471
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1811:20 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop21h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 1/72:40 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop38h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/16$2,595
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2411:30 amLAX - TAO
2 stops28h 50mChina Eastern
Tue 1/711:10 amTAO - LAX
2 stops61h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/17$2,618
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.
Wed 12/1811:00 amLAX - TAO
1 stop18h 50mAsiana Airlines
Mon 1/68:30 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop28h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,694
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.
Wed 12/1810:00 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Sat 1/410:50 amTAO - LAX
1 stop23h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 12/16$3,604
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/219:20 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops34h 50mDelta
Mon 1/612:50 pmTAO - LAX
2 stops23h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/16$4,172
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/194:55 pmLAX - TAO
2 stops35h 00mAir Canada
Mon 1/611:25 amTAO - LAX
2 stops28h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$4,482

Find flights from Irvine to Qingdao within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 December 18, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Tue 1/21

10:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop33h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 3/6

8:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$891

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sat 12/28

10:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 1/31

10:55 am-8:30 am

1 stop13h 35m

$903

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

9:35 am-8:25 am

2 stops30h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 2/22

8:15 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$936

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Mon 1/20

10:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 2/25

7:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$965

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

10:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop21h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 2/16

6:45 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$975

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

12:05 am-12:35 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 2/14

1:35 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,272

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

10:18 am-9:40 pm

2 stops43h 22m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 1/22

11:25 am-4:06 pm

2 stops44h 41m

$1,465

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

12:45 pm-7:35 am

2 stops50h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 4/17

8:50 am-12:50 pm

2 stops43h 00m

$1,508

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

11:30 am-7:05 pm

3 stops39h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 2/15

11:45 pm-9:05 am

2 stops25h 20m

$1,544

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sat 6/14

1:15 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 7/31

2:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$1,965

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/16

Showing 1-10 of 16 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Qingdao

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Qingdao from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Qingdao

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Irvine to Qingdao including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to Qingdao, you should look to book at least 85 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from Irvine 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 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, 2024.

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

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 December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown ANA, Air China and XiamenAir from Irvine to Qingdao. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

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 9 airlines. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is conveniently located just 25.7 mi from Qingdao’s city center.

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

    $586 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 Air China and ANA, with prices starting from $677 and $727, 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from Irvine 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Irvine to Qingdao

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
San Francisco to Qingdao flights
Los Angeles to Qingdao flights
Los Angeles to Yantai flights
San Jose to Qingdao flights
Oakland to Qingdao flights
San Francisco to Jinan flights
Los Angeles to Jinan flights
Los Angeles to Weihai flights
Sacramento to Qingdao flights
San Francisco to Dongying flights
Las Vegas to Qingdao flights
San Diego to Qingdao flights
Las Vegas to Jinan flights
Oakland to Yantai flights
San Jose to Weihai flights
Santa Ana to Weihai flights
San Diego to Yantai flights
San Francisco to Yantai flights
San Francisco to Weihai flights
San Francisco to Weifang flights
Los Angeles to Dongying flights
San Jose to Jinan flights
Oakland to Jinan flights
Santa Ana to Qingdao flights
San Francisco to Linyi flights

Top 9 airlines flying from Irvine to Qingdao

Discover the top 9 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, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$676Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$705Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China SouthernCheapest$818Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$834Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$876Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China EasternCheapest$931Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,298Average$1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ANACheapest$1,360Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,398Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.