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$451+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Qingdao (TAO)

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SFO — TAO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Round-trip from

$924
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$451
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

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March

Average price

$1,365
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/31:10 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop28h 30mKorean Air
Wed 9/39:45 amTAO - SFO
1 stop15h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 4/30$924
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/812:35 amSFO - TAO
1 stop20h 05mChina Southern
Wed 9/1010:00 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop37h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 4/30$928
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/911:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/101:30 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$952
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3111:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 45mAsiana Airlines
Mon 9/110:30 amTAO - SFO
1 stop20h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,024
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Tue 7/298:55 amSFO - TAO
2 stops36h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 10/146:45 amTAO - SFO
2 stops26h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30$1,150
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/316:50 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops25h 30mAir China
Tue 9/26:00 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop31h 30mAir China
Deal found 4/30$1,273
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Mon 7/281:45 amSFO - TAO
1 stop19h 45mANA
Tue 9/21:30 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop18h 00mANA
Deal found 4/30$1,344
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Mon 5/1912:20 amSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/142:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop18h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$1,563
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Thu 5/2910:51 amSFO - TAO
2 stops42h 14mAir Canada
Mon 7/711:20 amTAO - SFO
2 stops42h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,673

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Qingdao that are best for you.

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Return

Price

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

1:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop28h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 9/3

9:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 55m

$924

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

12:35 am-11:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 9/10

10:00 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$928

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

11:30 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 9/10

1:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$952

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 7/31

11:30 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 9/1

10:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$1,024

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

8:55 am-12:30 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 10/14

6:45 am-5:50 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$1,150

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 7/31

6:50 pm-11:20 am

2 stops25h 30m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 9/2

6:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,273

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 7/28

1:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 9/2

1:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,344

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

12:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 8/14

2:45 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$1,563

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

10:51 am-8:05 pm

2 stops42h 14m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/7

11:20 am-3:05 pm

2 stops42h 45m

$1,673

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

3:30 pm-8:50 am

1 stop26h 20m

$451

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Qingdao. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas to Qingdao. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from Salinas to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,955). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Qingdao. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Qingdao as you normally would.

Rainfall in Qingdao by month

Plan your trip to Qingdao by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Qingdao ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Qingdao when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Qingdao by month

Plan your trip to Qingdao by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Qingdao, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Qingdao

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Qingdao. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Qingdao. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Qingdao from Salinas?

    Located just 25.7 mi from the city center, Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Qingdao from Salinas. Booking flights from Salinas to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Salinas from 8 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Qingdao one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $487 on Korean Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $497 and ANA from $759 one-way.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Qingdao flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Qingdao?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from Salinas to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,955). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Qingdao

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Qingdao. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$685Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$752Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$776Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$923Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,102Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$1,190Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,503Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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