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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Qingdao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 19,533. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Qingdao.R 7,150 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,150, select.
Qingdao.R 9,385 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,385, select.
Qingdao.R 9,408 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,408, select.
Qingdao.R 9,963 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,963, select.
Qingdao.R 10,130 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,130, select.
Qingdao.R 10,483 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,483, select.
Qingdao.R 11,069 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,069, select.
Qingdao.R 11,969 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,969, select.
Qingdao.R 14,844 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Qingdao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,844, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Qingdao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Qingdao flights are currently cheapest in August.
Apr
from R 9,963
May
from R 9,408
Jun
from R 11,969
Jul
from R 10,130
Aug
from R 7,150
Sep
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Oct
from R 11,069
Nov
from R 9,385
Dec
from R 14,844
Jan
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Feb
from R 10,483
Mar
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San Francisco International to Qingdao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Qingdao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Qingdao.

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San Francisco to Qingdao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,150
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Qingdao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Qingdao is R 14,656. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Qingdao. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,656.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Qingdao.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Qingdao is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Airport on Monday, 26 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Qingdao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Qingdao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Qingdao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Korean Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Qingdao.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO): what you need to know

  • Qingdao is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to TAO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and TAO:

    • Incheon International Airport

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • Right now, R 7,150 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,656. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to TAO if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to TAO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • 77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

Getting from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao

  • TAO is located at No.99 Minhang Road.

  • From Qingdao Liuting International Airport, Qingdao is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Qingdao. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Qingdao, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to TAO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Qingdao, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel about 434 kilometres north-west to Tianjin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ancient Culture Street to Porcelain house and Haihe River, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 467 kilometres south of Qingdao, Nanjing is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

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