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Flight deals from Xiamen to Qingdao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,177. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Qingdao.R 2,173 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Xiamen on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,173, select.

Qingdao.R 2,652 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Xiamen on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,652, select.

Qingdao.R 3,643 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Xiamen on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,643, select.

Qingdao.R 3,907 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Xiamen on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,907, select.

Qingdao.R 3,944 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Xiamen on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,944, select.

Qingdao.R 4,020 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Xiamen on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,020, select.

Qingdao.R 4,045 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Xiamen on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,045, select.

Qingdao.R 4,052 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Xiamen on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,052, select.

Qingdao.R 4,313 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Xiamen on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,313, select.

Qingdao.R 4,405 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Xiamen on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,405, select.

Qingdao.R 4,639 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Xiamen on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,639, select.

Qingdao.R 4,652 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Xiamen on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,652, select.

Qingdao.R 5,583 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Xiamen on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,583, select.

Qingdao.R 12,700 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,700, select.

Qingdao.R 12,729 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,729, select.

Qingdao.R 12,745 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,745, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Xiamen to Qingdao

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

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Xiamen to Qingdao: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 2,173
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	2 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airline	China Express
Average flights per week	77

Finding cheap flights from Xiamen to Qingdao: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Xiamen to Qingdao?

The best price we found for a return flight from Xiamen to Qingdao is R 4,177. 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 Xiamen to Qingdao?

2 hours and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Xiamen to Qingdao.

Which airlines fly direct from Xiamen to Qingdao?

China Express, Sichuan Airlines and Hebei Airlines fly direct from Xiamen to Qingdao.

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

As of July 2026, there are 77 flights per week flying from Xiamen to Qingdao.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Xiamen to Qingdao is usually August.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport on Sunday, 16 August 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 41 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Qingdao?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Qingdao?

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.

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

Currently, Shandong Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Qingdao.

Flying from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Qingdao Airport (TAO): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport.
Qingdao's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Xiamen.
You can take your pick of 52 weekly Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport flights.
Your XMN to TAO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport, so jetting to Qingdao (and then visiting more of China!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Shandong Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With an impressive 88.98% of services arriving as planned, Xiamen Airlines has the best on-time performance for XMN to TAO flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Qingdao Airport (TAO)

R 2,173 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,177. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from XMN to TAO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport.
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Handy information about Xiamen Airport (XMN)

You'll find XMN at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from XMN make it to their destination as scheduled 86% of the time.
Xiamen Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Xiamen. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to XMN:

Arriving at Qingdao Airport (TAO)

Consider staying in a hotel close to TAO if you're catching a late Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

When to fly to Qingdao Airport (TAO)

August is the busiest month for flights from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Qingdao in March.
The warmest month in Qingdao is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Xiamen Airport to Qingdao Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from XMN to TAO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

You've visited Qingdao, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 434 kilometres north-west to Tianjin to check off its must-visit sights. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of China, head for Nanjing, roughly 467 kilometres south of Qingdao. Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are key reasons to visit.