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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Qingdao from $407

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China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 6:20 pmSFO-TAO
26h 45m1 stop
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7:25 pm - 7:40 pmTAO-SFO
16h 15m1 stop
$683China Southern
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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 29
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-TAO
32h 15m2 stops
China Southern Logo
7:25 pm - 7:40 pmTAO-SFO
16h 15m1 stop
$715China Southern
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Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 29
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 1:55 pmSFO-TAO
22h 20m1 stop
China Southern Logo
7:25 pm - 7:40 pmTAO-SFO
16h 15m1 stop
$734China Southern
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Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Feb 2
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:10 amSFO-TAO
20h 10m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 9:00 amTAO-SFO
29h 20m1 stop
$742China Eastern
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Mon, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 30
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 6:20 pmSFO-TAO
26h 45m1 stop
China Southern Logo
6:45 pm - 7:40 pmTAO-SFO
40h 55m2 stops
$753China Southern
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Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:15 amSFO-TAO
43h 40m2 stops
China Southern Logo
9:35 am - 7:40 pmTAO-SFO
26h 05m2 stops
$764China Southern
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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 29
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:05 pmSFO-TAO
32h 05m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
12:50 pm - 9:00 amTAO-SFO
36h 10m1 stop
$772China Eastern
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1
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12:25 pm - 1:15 pmSFO-TAO
33h 50m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 10:15 pmTAO-SFO
22h 45m1 stop
$775Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 22
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 9:45 pmSFO-TAO
30h 10m2 stops
China Southern Logo
10:50 am - 7:40 pmTAO-SFO
24h 50m1 stop
$785China Southern
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Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 2
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 7:40 pmSFO-TAO
28h 05m2 stops
China Southern Logo
11:10 pm - 7:40 pmTAO-SFO
36h 30m2 stops
$796China Southern
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China Southern flights from San Francisco to Qingdao

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Qingdao flight tickets
China Southern
Jan 19
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
26h 45m
1 stop
TAO6:20 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
Jan 29
TAO7:25 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
16h 15m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$683
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China Southern
Jan 22
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
32h 15m
2 stops
TAO11:50 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
Jan 29
TAO7:25 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
16h 15m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$715
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China Southern
Jan 17
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
22h 20m
1 stop
TAO1:55 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
Feb 2
TAO7:25 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
16h 15m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$734
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China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Qingdao

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Qingdao flight tickets
China Eastern
Jan 19
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 10m
1 stop
TAO12:10 amQingdao Jiaodong Intl
Jan 30
TAO7:40 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
29h 20m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$742
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China Eastern
Jan 19
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 05m
1 stop
TAO12:05 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
Feb 1
TAO12:50 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
36h 10m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$772
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China Eastern
Jan 18
SFO5:55 amSan Francisco
38h 45m
2 stops
TAO12:40 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl
Jan 29
TAO6:25 amQingdao Jiaodong Intl
18h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$808
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Qingdao that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
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San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:35 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 1/29

7:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$683

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:35 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 1/29

7:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$715

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

11:35 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 2/2

7:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$734

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

12:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 1/30

7:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop29h 20m

$742

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:35 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 1/28

6:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$753

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:35 pm-11:15 am

2 stops43h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 1/29

9:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$764

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

12:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 2/1

12:50 pm-9:00 am

1 stop36h 10m

$772

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

12:25 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 3/22

2:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$775

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

11:35 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 2/2

10:50 am-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$785

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:35 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 2/1

11:10 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$796

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $674, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Qingdao in September, then you should wait until November to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $782.

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 $1,118 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 $726 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Qingdao flights?

You could potentially save up to 50% 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 November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Qingdao flights are approximately 28% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Qingdao

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Qingdao according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

19h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Qingdao takes 19h 00m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Qingdao. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Qingdao.
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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 17h 20m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Qingdao

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China EasternPriceFrom $621Free CancellationRating
7.2
178 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $672Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,068 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $684Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,010 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $737Free CancellationRating
7.5
119 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $752Free CancellationRating
7.2
126 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $881Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,170 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $1,091Free CancellationRating
8.2
490 reviews
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