$484+ 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 6/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TAO — SFO
Apr 13 — Apr 201
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Qingdao to San FranciscoExplore 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 March 14, 2026.
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 March 14, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:55 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop34h 45m
Korean Air
Thu 4/3012:40 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop34h 05m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/13![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/38:50 pm
TAO
- SFO
2 stops38h 50m
China Southern
Mon 8/3112:35 am
SFO
- TAO
1 stop25h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/10![China Southern logo]()
$711
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/42:45 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop35h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 9/42:00 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop32h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/10![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$721
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:10 am
TAO
- SFO
2 stops27h 30m
China Southern
Mon 8/3112:35 am
SFO
- TAO
1 stop25h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/10![China Southern logo]()
$732
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sun 5/312:55 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop34h 45m
Korean Air
Sun 8/301:10 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop33h 35m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/10![Korean Air logo]()
$738
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/189:45 am
TAO
- SFO
1 stop15h 55m
Korean Air
Wed 4/2212:40 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop34h 05m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$746
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/39:00 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/38:00 am
SFO
- TAO
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$754
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:45 am
TAO
- SFO
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/28:00 am
SFO
- TAO
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$757
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/39:40 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop38h 00m
China Southern
Thu 9/312:35 am
SFO
- TAO
2 stops23h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 3/10![China Southern logo]()
$774
Best flights from Qingdao to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Thu 6/49:45 am
TAO
- SFO
1 stop15h 55m
Korean Air
Sat 9/512:50 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop33h 55m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/10![Korean Air logo]()
$738
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 4/182:45 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop22h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 4/227:00 am
SFO
- TAO
2 stops39h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$991
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Fri 4/1711:30 am
TAO
- SFO
2 stops39h 49m
United Airlines
Thu 4/306:25 pm
SFO
- TAO
2 stops34h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,080
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:45 am
TAO
- SFO
2 stops26h 37m
China Eastern
Wed 4/228:45 am
SFO
- TAO
2 stops36h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/13![China Eastern logo]()
$1,273
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/189:45 am
TAO
- SFO
1 stop15h 55m
Korean Air
Wed 4/2212:40 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop34h 05m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$746
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/82:55 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop34h 45m
Korean Air
Fri 4/1012:40 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop29h 00m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$925
Last-minute flights from Qingdao to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco. Data last updated March 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco. Data last updated March 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/82:55 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop34h 45m
Korean Air
Fri 4/1012:40 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop29h 00m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$925
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:55 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop34h 45m
Korean Air
Thu 4/3012:40 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop34h 05m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/13![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:55 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/306:29 pm
SFO
- TAO
2 stops31h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$929
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Fri 4/1711:30 am
TAO
- SFO
2 stops39h 49m
United Airlines
Thu 4/306:25 pm
SFO
- TAO
2 stops34h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,080
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/189:45 am
TAO
- SFO
1 stop15h 55m
Korean Air
Wed 4/2212:40 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop34h 05m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$746
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 4/182:45 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop22h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 4/227:00 am
SFO
- TAO
2 stops39h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$991
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/252:45 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop22h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 5/21:00 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop33h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/10![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$958
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/252:45 pm
TAO
- SFO
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/11:15 am
SFO
- TAO
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,032
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/256:45 am
TAO
- SFO
2 stops25h 06m
China Eastern
Sat 5/212:00 pm
SFO
- TAO
1 stop20h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/10![China Eastern logo]()
$1,040
One-way flights from Qingdao to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Qingdao to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Qingdao to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/219:40 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop38h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 3/12![China Southern logo]()
$484
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/282:45 pm
TAO
- SFO
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$523
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3110:55 am
TAO
- SFO
2 stops49h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$530
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3111:30 am
TAO
- SFO
1 stop38h 00m
Air China
Deal found 3/10![Air China logo]()
$553
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/289:40 pm
TAO
- SFO
1 stop38h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 3/10![China Southern logo]()
$555
Find flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $706 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $484 (Booking.com) |
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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 March 14, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Thu 6/4
9:45 am-10:40 am
1 stop15h 55m
San Francisco
Sat 9/5
12:50 pm-1:45 pm
1 stop33h 55m
$738
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Sat 4/18
9:45 am-10:40 am
1 stop15h 55m
San Francisco
Wed 4/22
12:40 pm-1:45 pm
1 stop34h 05m
$746
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Wed 4/8
2:55 pm-10:40 am
1 stop34h 45m
San Francisco
Fri 4/10
12:40 pm-8:40 am
1 stop29h 00m
$925
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Sat 4/18
2:45 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop22h 55m
San Francisco
Wed 4/22
7:00 am-1:30 pm
2 stops39h 30m
$991
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Fri 4/17
11:30 am-12:19 pm
2 stops39h 49m
San Francisco
Thu 4/30
6:25 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops34h 30m
$1,080
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Sat 4/18
6:45 am-6:22 pm
2 stops26h 37m
San Francisco
Wed 4/22
8:45 am-12:20 pm
2 stops36h 35m
$1,273
Cheapest one-way
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Sun 6/21
8:50 pm-8:40 pm
2 stops38h 50m
$498
Quickest one-way
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Sun 6/28
2:45 pm-6:45 am
2 stops31h 00m
$523
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Tue 3/31
10:55 am-9:08 pm
2 stops49h 13m
$530
QingdaoSan Francisco
TAO - SFO
TAOSFO
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
Tue 3/31
11:30 am-10:30 am
1 stop38h 00m
$553
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Qingdao-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Qingdao-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Qingdao-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Qingdao-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Qingdao-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 March 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific 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.
Boarding
7.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentRobert,Feb 2026
CTS - AKL
Boarding
7.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentRobert,Feb 2026
CTS - AKL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$900 | Average$948 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% |