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$687+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Qingdao (TAO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TAO
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Qingdao

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Qingdao (TAO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

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$687
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September

Average price

$674
From San Francisco to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Mon 9/2912:00 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop36h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 10/159:00 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/12$687
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:20 amSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/242:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$719
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sun 9/2812:20 amSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 10/162:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$741
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:20 amSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/142:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$745
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2511:10 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/132:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$746
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2912:35 amSFO - TAO
2 stops44h 05mChina Southern
Wed 10/156:35 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops40h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 9/12$755
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1811:10 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 10/22:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$758
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sat 9/2711:10 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 10/162:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$761
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sat 9/2711:10 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/142:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$776
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:20 amSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/112:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$780
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/111:10 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/172:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/12$781
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sun 9/289:10 amSFO - TAO
2 stops24h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 10/159:00 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/12$788

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Qingdao that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Qingdao that are best for you.

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San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

11:35 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 1/20

2:40 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$741

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

11:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 10/14

2:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$746

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

12:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 10/12

2:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop35h 30m

$746

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

11:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 10/16

2:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$746

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

11:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 10/13

2:45 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$746

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

12:35 am-4:50 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 10/15

8:15 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$755

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

11:35 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 1/23

2:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$776

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

11:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 10/18

2:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$781

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

11:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 10/17

2:45 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$781

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

11:25 am-1:15 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 2/26

2:40 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$781

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Qingdao

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Qingdao

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Qingdao. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Qingdao may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Qingdao (average of $1,055). Flying from San Francisco to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,887). 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 SFO to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 September 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Qingdao is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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 September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern from San Francisco to Qingdao. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
479 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Air Asana helped me so much because I had previously canceled flights and they booked me. They helped me through the whole process of getting a new flight. The staff was courteous and helpful kind, and they assisted me with everything that I needed. They provided plenty of water and the food was good as well. Thank you so much to the Asana airline staff.!!
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
479 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
479 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Air Asana helped me so much because I had previously canceled flights and they booked me. They helped me through the whole process of getting a new flight. The staff was courteous and helpful kind, and they assisted me with everything that I needed. They provided plenty of water and the food was good as well. Thank you so much to the Asana airline staff.!!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
479 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Air Asana helped me so much because I had previously canceled flights and they booked me. They helped me through the whole process of getting a new flight. The staff was courteous and helpful kind, and they assisted me with everything that I needed. They provided plenty of water and the food was good as well. Thank you so much to the Asana airline staff.!!
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
479 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Air Asana helped me so much because I had previously canceled flights and they booked me. They helped me through the whole process of getting a new flight. The staff was courteous and helpful kind, and they assisted me with everything that I needed. They provided plenty of water and the food was good as well. Thank you so much to the Asana airline staff.!!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
479 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Air Asana helped me so much because I had previously canceled flights and they booked me. They helped me through the whole process of getting a new flight. The staff was courteous and helpful kind, and they assisted me with everything that I needed. They provided plenty of water and the food was good as well. Thank you so much to the Asana airline staff.!!
Air China
7.2
Good
99 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
479 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Air Asana helped me so much because I had previously canceled flights and they booked me. They helped me through the whole process of getting a new flight. The staff was courteous and helpful kind, and they assisted me with everything that I needed. They provided plenty of water and the food was good as well. Thank you so much to the Asana airline staff.!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Qingdao. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Qingdao?

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific fly from San Francisco to Qingdao in about 21h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 5949 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Qingdao round-trip?

    Currently priced at $674, Cathay Pacific will fly you from San Francisco to Qingdao and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Eastern and China Southern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $677 and $738, respectively. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Qingdao?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Qingdao?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Qingdao (average of $1,055). Flying from San Francisco to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,887). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Qingdao

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$674Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$677Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$738Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$752Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$881Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$970Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,087Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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