Which airports can I use when flying from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Flights from Qingdao to San Francisco usually depart from Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Qingdao to San Francisco pass through?

One-stop flights from Qingdao to San Francisco most commonly connect through: • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 58% of one-stop connections • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 37% of one-stop connections • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 5% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $720 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,775, a difference of $1,055. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 5,949 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Qingdao to San Francisco looking right now?

One-way fares from Qingdao to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $950, which is 62% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 37m, compared with 18h 44m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 22h 19m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

What is the time difference between Qingdao and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 15 hours behind Qingdao (Pacific Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz • Fox

How much should I expect to pay for a Qingdao to San Francisco flight?

Round-trip flights from Qingdao to San Francisco range from $1,068 to $1,239, with an average of $1,162 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,068 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Round-trip flights from Qingdao to San Francisco typically range from $1,068 to $1,239. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $789, on China Southern.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Qingdao to San Francisco?

China Southern ($789) and Cathay Pacific ($903) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Qingdao to San Francisco according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Incheon Intl (ICN) is the most popular layover for the Qingdao to San Francisco route. 58% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ICN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Flights via Incheon Intl (ICN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,015. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Qingdao to San Francisco which airport offers the shortest layover?

Beijing Capital (PEK) had the shortest average connection time for Qingdao to San Francisco layovers at 9h 44m over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Jan 12

4:00 pm - 8:40 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

43h 40m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

11:35 pm - 12:10 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$789China Southern

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6:55 pm - 7:40 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

40h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

11:35 pm - 12:10 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$806China Southern

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Jan 12

5:15 pm - 7:40 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

42h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Wuhan

11:35 pm - 9:45 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

30h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Shanghai Pu Dong

$831China Southern

Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Feb 27

11:25 am - 1:51 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

42h 26m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

6:30 am - 8:50 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

22h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

$837Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Jan 12

5:15 pm - 7:40 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

42h 25m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

11:35 pm - 9:45 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

30h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Shanghai Pu Dong

$838China Southern

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Jan 12

5:15 pm - 7:40 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

42h 25m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

11:35 pm - 12:10 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$850China Southern

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5:15 pm - 7:40 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

42h 25m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

11:35 pm - 12:10 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$852China Southern

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Jan 12

2:30 pm - 10:30 amTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

10:55 pm - 1:15 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

22h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$903Cathay Pacific

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Jan 12

11:25 am - 2:51 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

42h 26m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

11:25 am - 9:45 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

42h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Beijing Capital

$936Air Canada

Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Feb 27

7:05 pm - 7:40 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

16h 35m1 stop Wuhan

11:35 pm - 11:15 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

19h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$940China Southern

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Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

10:55 am - 10:35 amTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

14h 40m1 stop Incheon Intl

12:45 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

30h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$975Korean Air

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

10:55 am - 10:35 amTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

14h 40m1 stop Incheon Intl

12:45 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

30h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$976Korean Air

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

10:55 am - 10:35 amTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

14h 40m1 stop Incheon Intl

12:45 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

30h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,037Korean Air

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

7:55 am - 3:50 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

7:51 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

$1,792United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

7:55 am - 3:50 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

7:51 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

$1,793United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

7:55 am - 3:50 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

7:51 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

$1,795United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

11:25 am - 1:51 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

41h 26m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

2:45 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

61h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Beijing Capital

$2,099Air Canada

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

11:25 am - 1:51 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

41h 26m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

2:45 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

61h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Beijing Capital

$2,104Air Canada

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

11:25 am - 10:32 amTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

38h 07m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

4:55 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

59h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Beijing Capital

$2,121Air Canada

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

11:25 am - 1:51 pmTAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco

41h 26m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl

2:45 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

61h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Beijing Capital

$2,249Air Canada

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How much is a round-trip flight from Qingdao to San Francisco? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco departing in november.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Qingdao to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 5,949 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Qingdao to San Francisco?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Qingdao to San Francisco flight?
Round-trip flights from Qingdao to San Francisco range from $1,068 to $1,239, with an average of $1,162 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,068 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Qingdao to San Francisco looking right now?
One-way fares from Qingdao to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $950, which is 62% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?
San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox
Which airports can I use when flying from Qingdao to San Francisco?
Flights from Qingdao to San Francisco usually depart from Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Qingdao to San Francisco pass through?
One-stop flights from Qingdao to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 58% of one-stop connections
• Beijing Capital (PEK) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Qingdao to San Francisco?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $720 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,775, a difference of $1,055.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Qingdao to San Francisco?
Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 37m, compared with 18h 44m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 22h 19m via Incheon Intl (ICN).
What is the time difference between Qingdao and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 15 hours behind Qingdao (Pacific Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?
Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $720, about $1,055 less than Tuesday fares (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

• Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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