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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao from R11 261

JNB — TAO
Oct 23 — Oct 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Qingdao

Wed 23/99:45 -
2 stops21h 45m
Thu 24/918:30 -
2 stops25h 00m
Deal found 22/9R32 776

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November

Average price

R19 065
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 36% potential increase in price (R169 572 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 19% potential price decrease (R48 778 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgQingdao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

JNBTAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

14:05-0:05

2 stops28h 00m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 689
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgQingdao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

JNBTAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

11:10-13:30

1 stop20h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 403

JohannesburgQingdao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

JNBTAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

19:10-13:30

2 stops36h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 987

JohannesburgQingdao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

JNBTAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

20:25-7:35

1 stop53h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 782

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What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao?

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 58% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao?

Shenzhen (SZX) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R12 586.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao?

Flights via Shenzhen (SZX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao?

Flights via Shenzhen (SZX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 4h 00m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Qingdao

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Qingdao from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Qingdao, you will be flying into Qingdao Jiaodong Intl. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) is just 41,4 km from the centre vof the city. Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is the only Qingdao airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 1 airline has flights to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao round-trip?

    Singapore Airlines, at R11 654, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Qingdao.. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Qingdao that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Qingdao flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Qingdao?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Qingdao.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Qingdao?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Qingdao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from OR Tambo to Qingdao

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 654AverageR13 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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