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Qingdao.$1,522 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Qingdao on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,522, select.
Qingdao.$2,338 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Qingdao on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,338, select.
Qingdao.$2,926 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Qingdao on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,926, select.

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Chicago to Qingdao: Alternative routes

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

Chicago to Qingdao: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,522
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Qingdao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Qingdao is $1,522. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Qingdao. But we found flights with one stop from $1,522.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Qingdao.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Qingdao is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Qingdao Airport on Monday, 11 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Qingdao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Qingdao is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Explore your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when planning your flight from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO).

  • The timezone in Qingdao is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Chicago. Qingdao Liuting International Airport is located in Qingdao.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to TAO.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to TAO departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to TAO flight:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight:

  • The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

  • The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

About Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • $712 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. Return flights start from $1,522. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to TAO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on flight tickets from Chicago to TAO.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO). July is when most people travel to Qingdao. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.

  • When booking your Chicago to TAO flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Qingdao, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Qingdao Liuting International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).

More about Qingdao

Explore more of China

  • You've done Qingdao, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Tai'an to tick off its popular sights. From 泰山极顶 to Daguan Peak and 岱顶, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 274 kilometres west of Qingdao, Jinan is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring.

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