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Qingdao.$418 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Qingdao on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $418, select.
Qingdao.$432 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Qingdao on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $432, select.
Qingdao.$513 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Qingdao on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $513, select.
Qingdao.$546 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Sun, 18 May.Return flight with Juneyao Airlines and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $546, select.
Qingdao.$554 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $554, select.
Qingdao.$556 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $556, select.
Qingdao.$575 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Sydney on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Qingdao on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $575, select.
Qingdao.$607 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Sydney on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Qingdao on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $607, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Qingdao flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Direct flights from Sydney to Qingdao

Sydney to Qingdao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Qingdao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Qingdao.

Sydney to Qingdao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$418
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time10 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineCapital Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Qingdao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Qingdao is $418. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Qingdao.
Capital Airlines and Hainan Airlines fly direct from Sydney to Qingdao.
As of April 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Sydney to Qingdao.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Qingdao is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Qingdao Airport on Friday, 11 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Qingdao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Qingdao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern and Beijing Capital Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Qingdao.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO): what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.

  • The timezone in Qingdao is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Sydney.

  • Flights from SYD to TAO start at 10:40 — the first with Beijing Capital Airlines. The last service of the day is at 12:55 with Beijing Capital Airlines. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your SYD to TAO flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Flying into Qingdao (and then exploring more of China!) is a snap with Beijing Capital Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Beijing Capital Airlines on this route.

  • Beijing Capital Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SYD to TAO flights.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and TAO include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • Currently, $318 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $418. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to TAO.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from SYD to TAO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • 69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:

Arriving at Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

Getting from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao

  • You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.

  • Qingdao Liuting International Airport to the centre of Qingdao has a drive time of about 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.

When to fly to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Qingdao based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Qingdao is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to TAO in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Qingdao, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 434 kilometres north-west to Tianjin to check off its leading attractions. From Ancient Culture Street to Porcelain house and Haihe River, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Nanjing is another essential stop in China and is around 467 kilometres south of Qingdao. No trip is complete without a visit to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

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