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$386+ Cheap flights from Qingdao (TAO) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TAO — SFO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Qingdao (TAO) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$639
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$386
(FlightHub)
From Qingdao Jiaodong Intl to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Qingdao to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Qingdao to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/198:40 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops39h 00mChina Southern
Mon 12/111:35 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops43h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11$639
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/38:05 amTAO - SFO
2 stops27h 35mChina Southern
Mon 1/2611:35 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops24h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11$681
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 11/96:40 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops41h 00mChina Southern
Sun 11/303:30 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops32h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11$709
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/199:00 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 12/112:00 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/11$730
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 11/32:40 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/2610:55 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/11$743
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/102:55 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop34h 45mKorean Air
Sat 3/2112:40 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop34h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 9/10$773
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 9/259:45 amTAO - SFO
1 stop15h 55mKorean Air
Fri 3/2012:40 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop30h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 9/11$835
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:50 amTAO - SFO
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/2211:30 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$878
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/2912:00 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/288:31 amSFO - TAO
2 stops21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$894

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Qingdao to San Francisco 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Qingdao to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Qingdao

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 11/19

8:40 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops39h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

11:35 pm-11:15 am

2 stops43h 40m

$639

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 11/3

12:25 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

11:35 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$704

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 11/3

2:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop22h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

11:35 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$743

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 10/22

9:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

11:40 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

$773

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 10/10

2:55 pm-10:40 am

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$773

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 9/25

9:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$835

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 9/23

9:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

12:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

$835

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 9/23

9:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$835

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 9/25

9:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$835

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 9/23

2:55 pm-10:40 am

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

12:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

$835

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Qingdao to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Qingdao to San Francisco in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern from Qingdao to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Qingdao to San Francisco. 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 Qingdao to San Francisco?

    Airlines like China Southern, Cathay Pacific, and Korean Air fly from Qingdao to San Francisco in about 15h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 05m. The distance between Qingdao and San Francisco is about 5949 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $784, Korean Air will fly you from Qingdao to San Francisco and back. In addition to Korean Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Southern and Cathay Pacific - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $810 and $900, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Qingdao to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 3 airlines flying from Qingdao to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Qingdao to San Francisco. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$784Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China SouthernCheapest$810Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$900Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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