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What is the cheapest month to fly to Qingdao?
The cheapest month to fly to Qingdao from San Francisco is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $948, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Qingdao in March, then you should wait until April to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $949.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Qingdao?
Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Qingdao. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,343. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,668. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Qingdao.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Qingdao?
Flying to Qingdao from San Francisco in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,138 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Qingdao is in the evening when prices are around $1,582.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Qingdao?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Qingdao from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Qingdao for around $1,245 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Qingdao from San Francisco for as low as $945 on momondo.
Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Qingdao flights?
You could potentially save up to 44% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Qingdao flight.
How have San Francisco to Qingdao flight prices changed over time?
As of July 2025, prices for San Francisco to Qingdao flights are approximately 58% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl?
China Southern, Korean Air, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
What airlines fly to Qingdao?
Asiana Airlines, China Southern and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Qingdao from San Francisco according to our data. Asiana Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Qingdao. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Qingdao on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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How far is San Francisco to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl by plane?
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is 5942.6 mi away from San Francisco. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 16h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
There are 7 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Qingdao?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Qingdao, the leading airline is Asiana Airlines, making up 25% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include China Southern with 18%, China Eastern with 17%, and ANA with 13%.
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Qingdao
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Qingdao with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PriceFrom $685 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 152 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $738 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.6 100 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $752 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 92 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $881 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.4 1,101 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,087 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.2 452 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,132 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.6 924 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,190 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.4 893 reviews |
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Qingdao with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Qingdao from San Francisco with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Qingdao?
Once all potential San Francisco to Qingdao flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Qingdao right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Qingdao, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Qingdao from San Francisco and alert you when they change.