Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 10 minutes.
Qingdao is three hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from MEL to TAO start from 11:35 — the first with Beijing Capital Airlines. The last departure is at 14:35 with Beijing Capital Airlines. Overall, there are four weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flights.
Your MEL to TAO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Beijing Capital Airlines is your ticket to exploring Qingdao (and maybe even some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Beijing Capital Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Beijing Capital Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MEL to TAO flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MEL and TAO:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
£152 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight. Return flights start at £276. These fares may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from MEL to TAO, reserve your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 15 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Book a hotel close to TAO if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 40 miles away.
When to fly to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Qingdao based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Qingdao, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to TAO in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Qingdao. Around 270 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Around 290 miles south of Qingdao, Nanjing is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.