Flying from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to London: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London and you'll be traveling for around 10 hours 25 minutes.
Qingdao Liuting International Airport is located in Qingdao. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is eight hours behind Qingdao.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. Beijing Capital Airlines operates the earliest flight at 15:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from TAO to LHR is with Beijing Capital Airlines at 16:00.
Allow plenty of time to get on your TAO to London flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London ticket. Start your journey at TAO and end it at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Beijing Capital Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London.
Central Qingdao to TAO is around 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
In search of a hotel close to TAO? If you've booked an early flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TAO arrive at their destination as scheduled 87.22% of the time.
You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to London
$291 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $610. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book two months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from TAO to London.
The best month for scoring cheap Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometers. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour when traveling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's main sights.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your flight from TAO to London can help you get the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London has touched down, you can get to the city center in around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometers from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Traveling by public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your TAO to London flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can land you a better rate.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London and make your way to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The center of London is around 64 kilometers from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to drive there.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the center, choose a hotel close to STN. Settle in at one of these options after your TAO to London flight:
Begin your journey without worrying about how to reach your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London to access the best rates.
Best time to go to London
Plan your trip to London in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from TAO to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to London:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 161 kilometers north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometers west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.