Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Qingdao?

Incheon (ICN) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Qingdao?

Korean Air, Air China and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Qingdao from Los Angeles according to our data. Korean Air is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Qingdao. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Qingdao on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Xiamen (XMN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 50m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Flights via Xiamen (XMN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $757.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl?

Sichuan Airlines, XiamenAir, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Flights connecting via Incheon (ICN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 38m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Qingdao?

The cheapest month to fly to Qingdao from Los Angeles is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $642, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Qingdao in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $742.

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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Qingdao for around $918 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Qingdao from Los Angeles for as low as $786 on momondo.

How have Los Angeles to Qingdao flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Qingdao flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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A flight from Los Angeles to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl will travel around 6287.0 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Qingdao?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Los Angeles to Qingdao is Korean Air (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Air China (19%), XiamenAir (19%), and China Southern (9%).

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Air China	PriceFrom $577	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 126 reviews	Search Air China flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Qingdao?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Qingdao?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Qingdao?

Flying to Qingdao from Los Angeles 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?

How have Los Angeles to Qingdao flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Qingdao flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl?

Sichuan Airlines, XiamenAir, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

What airlines fly to Qingdao?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Qingdao?

Incheon (ICN) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Flights via Xiamen (XMN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $757.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Flights connecting via Incheon (ICN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 38m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Qingdao?

Xiamen (XMN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 50m.

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