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$414+ 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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TAO — SFO
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$760
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$414
(Orbitz)
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 junio 12, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
lun. 6/1610:35 amTAO - SFO
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
jue. 9/412:35 amSFO - TAO
2 stops42h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 6/9$754
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
lun. 6/162:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop18h 05mCathay Pacific
jue. 9/41:05 amSFO - TAO
1 stop21h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/9$760
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
lun. 9/82:55 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop34h 45mKorean Air
mar. 10/2812:40 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop34h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 6/11$773
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/96:00 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop31h 30mAir China
mié. 10/2912:05 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 35mAir China
Deal found 6/11$918
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/165:45 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/53:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$936
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/167:00 amTAO - SFO
2 stops25h 45mChina Eastern
vie. 9/58:55 amSFO - TAO
2 stops34h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/9$1,063
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/911:20 amTAO - SFO
2 stops26h 49mAir Canada
vie. 10/317:30 amSFO - TAO
2 stops23h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,067
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/137:30 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop35h 30mAsiana Airlines
dom. 8/108:30 amSFO - TAO
2 stops41h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,729
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/137:00 amTAO - SFO
2 stops43h 45mKLM
dom. 8/101:45 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops44h 20mKLM
Deal found 6/12$1,992
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/711:20 amTAO - SFO
2 stops40h 54mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/2611:50 amSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,102
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 7/41:30 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops20h 54mANA
vie. 8/1510:55 amSFO - TAO
1 stop34h 35mANA
Deal found 6/11$4,969

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Qingdao to San Francisco that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

vie. 7/4

2:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop23h 10m

San Francisco

jue. 8/14

1:05 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$760

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

lun. 9/8

2:55 pm-10:40 am

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

jue. 10/30

12:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

$773

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

lun. 9/8

11:35 am-8:30 pm

2 stops23h 55m

San Francisco

jue. 10/30

12:35 am-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$783

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

mar. 9/9

6:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 30m

San Francisco

mié. 10/29

12:05 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$918

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

mar. 9/9

11:20 am-11:09 pm

2 stops26h 49m

San Francisco

vie. 10/31

7:30 am-9:40 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,067

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

vie. 7/4

2:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop23h 10m

San Francisco

jue. 8/14

12:35 am-10:25 am

2 stops42h 50m

$1,077

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

vie. 7/4

7:00 am-9:26 pm

2 stops29h 26m

San Francisco

vie. 8/15

8:55 am-1:05 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,138

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

dom. 7/13

7:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop35h 30m

San Francisco

dom. 8/10

8:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$1,729

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

dom. 7/13

7:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops43h 45m

San Francisco

dom. 8/10

1:45 pm-1:05 am

2 stops44h 20m

$1,992

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

dom. 9/7

11:20 am-1:14 pm

2 stops40h 54m

San Francisco

dom. 10/26

11:50 am-9:40 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$2,102

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Best time to book a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

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 junio 12, 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.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

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.

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

    Currently priced at $760, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Qingdao to San Francisco and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Korean Air and China Southern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $773 and $783, respectively.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Qingdao to San Francisco are Cathay Pacific ($469), China Southern ($477), and China Eastern ($652).

  • 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 $364). 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 airline flying from Qingdao to San Francisco

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Korean AirCheapest$784Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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