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$387+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Qingdao (TAO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TAO
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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The best prices from Salinas to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) to Qingdao (TAO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$698
(Ovago)

One-way from

$387
(Mytrip)

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June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,567
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Qingdao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Qingdao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3011:35 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/912:55 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,486
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3011:35 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops42h 15mChina Southern
Thu 1/92:40 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops21h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 12/18$1,555
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:40 amSFO - TAO
1 stop30h 05mKorean Air
Sat 1/1110:55 amTAO - SFO
1 stop14h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 12/18$1,883
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:00 amSFO - TAO
2 stops26h 10mChina Eastern
Sat 1/117:25 amTAO - SFO
2 stops25h 27mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/18$2,094
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2812:20 amSFO - TAO
1 stop20h 15mANA
Sat 1/111:35 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mANA
Deal found 12/18$2,306
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2512:05 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops37h 55mAir China
Fri 1/37:55 amTAO - SFO
2 stops32h 30mAir China
Deal found 12/18$2,611
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:55 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Fri 1/32:40 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$2,999
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Sun 12/2211:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop21h 30mAsiana Airlines
Sun 1/58:55 amTAO - SFO
1 stop13h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 12/18$4,613

Find flights from Salinas to Qingdao within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

12:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 2/6

7:25 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 35m

$698

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

12:05 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 2/15

8:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop17h 50m

$725

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

11:35 pm-11:15 am

2 stops43h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 2/17

7:20 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$741

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

2:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 2/19

9:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$846

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

11:30 pm-9:20 am

1 stop17h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 3/11

10:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$1,110

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

12:20 am-12:35 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 2/6

1:35 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$1,220

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

11:35 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$387

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

7:00 pm-9:50 pm

3 stops58h 50m

$412

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

12:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

$421

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

12:05 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$698

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Qingdao

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Qingdao. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas to Qingdao. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from Salinas to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,955). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to TAO?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Qingdao. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Qingdao as you normally would.

Rainfall in Qingdao by month

Plan your trip to Qingdao by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Qingdao ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Qingdao when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Qingdao by month

Plan your trip to Qingdao by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Qingdao, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Qingdao

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Qingdao. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Qingdao. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Qingdao, such as Air China, China Eastern and ANA. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
477 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

China Southern
7.5
Good
92 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

China Eastern
7.0
Good
155 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Qingdao. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Qingdao from Salinas?

    Located just 25.7 mi from the city center, Qingdao Jiaodong Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Qingdao from Salinas. Booking flights from Salinas to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Salinas from 8 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Qingdao one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $387 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $421 and Air China from $698 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Qingdao that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Qingdao flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Qingdao?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Qingdao.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Qingdao?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Qingdao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Qingdao (average of $1,164). Flying from Salinas to Qingdao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,955). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Qingdao

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Qingdao. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$918Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$944Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,060Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,085Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$1,190Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,306Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,344Average$1,835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$1,384Average$1,912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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