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$412+ 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TAO — SFO
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,206
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$412
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$831
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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 April 30, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 7/49:25 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop38h 15mChina Southern
Thu 8/1412:35 amSFO - TAO
2 stops23h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 4/29$1,206
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 7/41:30 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/1511:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,244
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 7/411:50 amTAO - SFO
2 stops34h 32mAsiana Airlines
Fri 8/1511:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop25h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,520
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 7/289:45 amTAO - SFO
1 stop16h 15mKorean Air
Mon 8/111:10 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop28h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 4/29$1,531
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 7/282:45 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop35h 45mCathay Pacific
Sun 8/1012:05 amSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$1,589
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/287:00 amTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 8/118:55 amSFO - TAO
2 stops25h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/29$1,765
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 7/285:20 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops31h 25mANA
Sun 8/101:45 amSFO - TAO
2 stops21h 20mANA
Deal found 4/29$4,077

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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

Fri 7/4

9:25 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop38h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

12:35 am-2:45 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,206

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 7/4

1:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

11:30 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 45m

$1,244

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 7/4

11:50 am-7:22 am

2 stops34h 32m

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

11:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$1,520

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/28

9:45 am-11:00 am

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

1:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop28h 30m

$1,531

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/28

2:45 pm-11:30 am

1 stop35h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

12:05 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,589

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/28

7:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

8:55 am-1:05 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,765

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 7/28

5:20 pm-9:45 am

2 stops31h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

1:45 am-2:05 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$4,077

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 5/24

5:45 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$412

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 6/13

9:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop28h 25m

$470

QingdaoSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 6/13

2:05 pm-9:05 am

3 stops34h 00m

$1,203

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Compare providers for flights from Qingdao to San Francisco

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Qingdao-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Qingdao-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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.

Best time to book a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Qingdao with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 30, 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 April 30, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,206, China Southern will fly you from Qingdao to San Francisco and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Asiana Airlines and Korean Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,520 and $1,531, 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 Air China ($470), China Eastern ($1,203), and Cathay Pacific ($2,496).

  • 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 $393). 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 4 airlines flying from Qingdao to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$784Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China SouthernCheapest$810Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,033Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,151Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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