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

Flights from San Francisco to Jinan usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Jinan (TNA).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Jinan.

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

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Jinan most commonly connect through: • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 41% of one-stop connections • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 36% of one-stop connections • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 23% of one-stop connections Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the San Francisco to Jinan route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $878 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,975, a difference of $1,097. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Jinan?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Jinan takes 0h 00m, covering 6,035 miles.

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

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.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Jinan changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $805 to $3,964. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San Francisco to Jinan are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $515, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 35m, compared with 19h 55m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 22h 04m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Jinan?

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Jinan range from $899 to $1,769, with an average of $1,076 over the past 12 months. Anything below $899 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Jinan?

China Eastern ($805) and China Southern ($1,005) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Jinan according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Jinan?

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Jinan route. 41% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PVG.

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

Flights via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $960. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Jinan layovers at 640 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Dec 9

12:00 pm - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

32h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

8:35 pm - 9:00 amTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

28h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$805China Eastern

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Dec 10

12:00 pm - 8:50 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

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7:10 am - 9:00 amTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

17h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$806China Eastern

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Dec 8

12:00 pm - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

32h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:10 am - 1:58 pmTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

22h 48m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

$824China Eastern

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

7:27 am - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

37h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

8:15 pm - 9:05 amTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

27h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

10:13 pm - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

46h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

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28h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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12:00 pm - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

32h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:10 am - 1:58 pmTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

22h 48m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

$869China Eastern

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Dec 10

12:00 pm - 8:50 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

29h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

6:55 am - 2:55 pmTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

24h 00m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Los Angeles

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Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Dec 10

12:35 am - 10:20 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

42h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Harbin

7:50 am - 7:40 pmTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

27h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,005China Southern

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Dec 9

12:35 am - 10:20 amSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

42h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Harbin

7:10 pm - 7:40 pmTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

40h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,005China Southern

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Dec 9

12:35 am - 3:20 pmSFO San Francisco-TNA Jinan

23h 45m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

7:10 pm - 7:40 pmTNA Jinan-SFO San Francisco

40h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Jinan start at $805. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $899 to $1,769. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $805 on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Jinan?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Jinan, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 83% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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High season	January
Cheapest flight	$426

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Jinan?
Flights from San Francisco to Jinan usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Jinan (TNA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Jinan?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Jinan.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Jinan pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Jinan most commonly connect through:

• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 41% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 23% of one-stop connections

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Jinan?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the San Francisco to Jinan route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $878 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,975, a difference of $1,097. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Jinan?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Jinan takes 0h 00m, covering 6,035 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Jinan?
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.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Jinan changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $805 to $3,964. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Jinan looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Jinan are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $515, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Jinan?
Flying via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 35m, compared with 19h 55m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 22h 04m via Incheon Intl (ICN).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Jinan?
Jinan is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Jinan flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Jinan range from $899 to $1,769, with an average of $1,076 over the past 12 months. Anything below $899 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $878 - about $1,097 less than Friday (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Jinan trip for January. Fares historically average $786 round-trip in that month - typically $2,038 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Jinan Airport.
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