Travelling from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO), you'll have a good range of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Around 10 hours 25 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight.
Qingdao Liuting International Airport is located in Qingdao. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is eight hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services every week. Travel from LHR to TAO on Beijing Capital Airlines's 9:30pm flight.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to TAO.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) can be booked from this terminal.
When jetting out of LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport with Beijing Capital Airlines.
Beijing Capital Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LHR to TAO.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Beijing Capital Airlines.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from London to TAO leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and TAO:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to TAO flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that take off from STN reach their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Consider booking a hotel near TAO if you have a late flight from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
280 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. Return flights start from 456 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap flights from London to TAO by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Qingdao based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a London to TAO plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Qingdao to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Qingdao
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Qingdao right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Qingdao Liuting International Airport:
Your trip to Qingdao won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include 大熊猫馆, Qingdao Seashore Scenic Area and Damai Island.
Explore more of China
You've done Qingdao, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Tai'an to check off its leading attractions. From 泰山极顶 to Daguan Peak and 岱顶, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of China, head for Jinan, about 274 kilometres west of Qingdao. Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring are the start of reasons to visit.