Cheap flights from California to Qingdao from $456
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Qingdao?
The cheapest month to fly to Qingdao from California is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $780, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Qingdao in March, then you should wait until April to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $904.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Qingdao?
Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Qingdao. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,161. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,566. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Qingdao.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Qingdao?
Flying to Qingdao from California at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,141 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Qingdao is in the morning when prices are around $1,464.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Qingdao?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Qingdao from California when booking 16 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Qingdao for around $1,161 when searching 16 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Qingdao from California for as low as $887 on momondo.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl?
China Southern, Korean Air, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
What airlines fly to Qingdao?
Korean Air, Air China and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Qingdao from California according to our data. Korean Air is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Qingdao. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Qingdao on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
As of May 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
Best airlines flying from California to Qingdao
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $642 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 148 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $676 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 15 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $677 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 41 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $752 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 88 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $771 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 96 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $875 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.4 1,068 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,091 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.2 442 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,102 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 1,292 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,190 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.3 852 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,503 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 855 reviews |
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Can I find flights from California to Qingdao with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Qingdao from California on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
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