$588 Cheap Flights from Qingdao (TAO) to Melbourne (MELA) in 2026

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Qingdao Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $915. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.$588 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $588, select.

Melbourne.$675 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.

Melbourne.$678 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $678, select.

Melbourne.$715 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $715, select.

Melbourne.$717 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $717, select.

Melbourne.$718 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $718, select.

Melbourne.$719 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $719, select.

Melbourne.$721 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $721, select.

Melbourne.$778 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $778, select.

Melbourne.$835 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Qingdao on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $835, select.

Melbourne.$839 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Qingdao on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $839, select.

Melbourne.$841 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Qingdao on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $841, select.

Melbourne.$841 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Qingdao on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $841, select.

Melbourne.$851 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $851, select.

Melbourne.$859 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Scoot and Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.

Melbourne.$915 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Melbourne

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

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Qingdao to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$588
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	11 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Capital Airlines
Average flights per week	2

Finding cheap flights from Qingdao to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Melbourne?

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.

How much are return flights from Qingdao to Melbourne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Qingdao to Melbourne is $588. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Qingdao to Melbourne?

11 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Qingdao to Melbourne.

Which airlines fly direct from Qingdao to Melbourne?

Capital Airlines flies direct from Qingdao to Melbourne.

How many flights are there a week from Qingdao to Melbourne?

As of May 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Qingdao to Melbourne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Qingdao to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly from Qingdao to Melbourne is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Melbourne?

If you're flying from Qingdao Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $588.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Qingdao Airport to Melbourne on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Qingdao Airport to Melbourne on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Qingdao Airport to Melbourne?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Qingdao Airport to Melbourne?

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 Melbourne 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Melbourne?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Qingdao Airport to Melbourne with?

Currently, Scoot and Beijing Capital Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Melbourne: what you need to know

Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is three hours ahead of Qingdao, where Qingdao Liuting International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your TAO to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Begin your trip at TAO and travel nonstop to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne tickets.
Beijing Capital Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne.
TAO is about 40 kilometres from central Qingdao. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to TAO:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 87.22% of flights that take off from TAO reach their destination without delay.
You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.

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

$292 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket right now is $588. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from TAO to Melbourne by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from TAO to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from TAO to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

Once your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head within a short drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your TAO to Melbourne flight.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can land you a better rate.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

Hop off your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Find a hotel close to MEB and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late TAO to Melbourne flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are dependable companies for booking.
If you prefer a certain type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Secure your ride from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Melbourne in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TAO to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Melbourne

Once you've booked your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.

Explore more of Australia

You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.