$470 Cheap Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Qingdao (TAO)

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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Qingdao (STL-TAO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $470 for one-way flights and $1,050 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Mar 1
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,050 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,050
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $1,050 found 4 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,080 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,080
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $1,080 found 3 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,089 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,089
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $1,089 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,096 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,096
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $1,096 found 4 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 25
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,099 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,099
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $1,099 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,107 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,107
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $1,107 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,110 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$1,110
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 17 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Thu, Sep 24, priced at $1,110 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,117 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$1,117
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 17 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Thu, Sep 24, priced at $1,117 found 5 hours ago
All Nippon Airways
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 25
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$1,577 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,577
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $1,577 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
STL
St. Louis
TAO
Qingdao
$2,404 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$2,404
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from St. Louis to Qingdao, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $2,404 found 3 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $470 or cheap return flight from $1,050 from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from STL to TAO. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to landing a great deal.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from STL to TAO, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and seat class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO)?
You'll have to take a flight with a layover when traveling from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO). Direct flights don't operate daily on this route. However, simply filter your search to include one or two stops to find the best option for your trip.
What day of the week has the most flights from STL to TAO?
Usually you'll find the most flight options available on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can change based on the airline, time of year and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO)?
Book a flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Later departures are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from STL to TAO are usually more expensive. To secure the best prices, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a STL to TAO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a STL to TAO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Liuting Intl. Airport (TAO)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your STL to TAO flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Lambert-St. Louis Intl.
Destination airport
Jiaodong Intl.
Roundtrip price
$1,049
Distance
6896 mi

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St. Louis to Qingdao Flights

The cheapest times to fly from St. Louis to Qingdao

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from St. Louis to Qingdao are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Qingdao with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Qingdao

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from St. Louis to Qingdao: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from St. Louis to Qingdao

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from St. Louis to Qingdao in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $470 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap St. Louis to Qingdao flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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