SFO - TAO

$425 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Qingdao - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$778
Typical prices: $764-$1,449
China Southern
Fri 9/21Thu 11/22
SFO - TAO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$425
Typical prices: $441-$834
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/29
SFO - TAO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Qingdao. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Wuhan (WUH)
Cheapest • Avg $760 (round-trip)
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Shortest trip • 17h 47m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Qingdao!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Qingdao (SFO-TAO)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Qingdao

Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Nov 22
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 11:40 amSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
44h 05m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
6:45 pm - 7:40 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
40h 55m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$778China Southern
Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Nov 22
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 8:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
29h 05m1 stop Wuhan
China Southern Logo
8:40 pm - 7:40 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
39h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$783China Southern
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Nov 23
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 4:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
25h 15m1 stop Wuhan
China Southern Logo
12:25 pm - 7:40 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
23h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$806China Southern
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 7:55 amSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
28h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
6:45 am - 9:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
17h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$826China Eastern
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 11
China Eastern Logo
9:30 am - 11:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
23h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
9:00 pm - 9:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
27h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$838China Eastern
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 11
China Eastern Logo
9:30 am - 11:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
23h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
9:00 pm - 9:05 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
27h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$914China Eastern
Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 11
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 1:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
22h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:45 pm - 10:40 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,006Cathay Pacific
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Nov 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 1:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
22h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:30 pm - 9:15 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,033Cathay Pacific
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 14
ANA Logo
9:25 pm - 12:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
24h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
1:30 pm - 7:24 amTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
32h 54m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,085ANA
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Nov 24
ANA Logo
10:47 am - 12:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-TAO Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
34h 43m2 stops Vancouver Intl Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 9:42 pmTAO  Qingdao Jiaodong Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 07m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Vancouver Intl
$1,236ANA
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Qingdao flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Qingdao with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Qingdao start at $778. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $764 to $1,449. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $778 on China Southern.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Qingdao, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 48% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Qingdao?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Qingdao at $764 round-trip.
  • May ($1,658) and June ($1,650) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals

Key details for San Francisco to Qingdao flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$425
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 51% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Qingdao

When to book flights from San Francisco to Qingdao

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Qingdao based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your San Francisco to Qingdao flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Qingdao:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Qingdao most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) 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 Qingdao?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the San Francisco to Qingdao route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $764 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,412, a difference of $648. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Qingdao?

    Some of the most popular sights in Qingdao are May Fourth Square and Number 1 Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Qingdao on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Qingdao?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Qingdao takes 0h 00m, covering 5,949 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to Qingdao?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Qingdao:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 San Francisco to Qingdao looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Qingdao are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $568.

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

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 47m, compared with 19h 02m via Tokyo Haneda (HND) and 19h 39m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Qingdao?

    Qingdao 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 Qingdao flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Qingdao range from $764 to $1,449, with an average of $952 over the past 12 months. Anything below $764 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Qingdao flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $764 - about $648 less than Sunday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Qingdao trip for August. Fares historically average $764 round-trip in that month - typically $894 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Qingdao

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Qingdao (TAO)