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Cheap flights from Qingdao (TAO) to San Francisco (SFO) from $755

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Cheap flight deals from Qingdao to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Qingdao (TAO) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 June 12, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Qingdao to San Francisco?

Monday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Qingdao to San Francisco. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Francisco.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco from Qingdao in April are about $1,316 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $831.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Qingdao to San Francisco in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Qingdao to San Francisco flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Qingdao to San Francisco specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 12, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 6/172:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 7/1612:55 amSFO - TAO
1 stop21h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,032
Mon 6/172:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 7/171:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,047
Mon 6/176:10 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops55h 40mAir China
Wed 7/171:20 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,308
Mon 6/177:35 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops54h 15mAir China
Wed 7/171:20 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops33h 30mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,322
Mon 6/1712:55 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops22h 20mChina Southern
Tue 7/1612:35 amSFO - TAO
1 stop20h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11$1,467
Mon 6/171:15 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops19h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/161:45 amSFO - TAO
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$5,172

Qingdao to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Qingdao and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Qingdao to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 9/152:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 3/911:55 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,032
Mon 6/172:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 7/171:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,047
Sun 9/152:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 1/1910:55 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,196
Mon 6/176:10 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops55h 40mAir China
Wed 7/171:20 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,308
Mon 6/177:35 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops54h 15mAir China
Wed 7/171:20 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops33h 30mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,322
Sun 9/159:00 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 3/98:30 amSFO - TAO
2 stops37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/11$1,442
Mon 6/1712:55 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops22h 20mChina Southern
Tue 7/1612:35 amSFO - TAO
1 stop20h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11$1,467
Sun 9/156:35 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops40h 40mChina Southern
Sun 1/192:14 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops35h 26mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11$1,511
Sun 9/157:55 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops39h 20mChina Southern
Sun 3/96:46 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops25h 29mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$1,516

Qingdao to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Qingdao to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Qingdao to San Francisco should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Mon 6/172:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 7/1612:55 amSFO - TAO
1 stop21h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,032
Mon 6/172:50 pmTAO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 7/171:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,047
Mon 6/176:10 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops55h 40mAir China
Wed 7/171:20 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,308
Mon 6/177:35 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops54h 15mAir China
Wed 7/171:20 pmSFO - TAO
2 stops33h 30mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,322
Mon 6/1712:55 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops22h 20mChina Southern
Tue 7/1612:35 amSFO - TAO
1 stop20h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11$1,467
Mon 6/171:15 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops19h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/161:45 amSFO - TAO
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$5,172

One-way flights to San Francisco from Qingdao

Search for one-way flight options from Qingdao to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Qingdao to San Francisco, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Qingdao to San Francisco instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 8/218:30 amTAO - SFO
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$755
Wed 8/217:40 pmTAO - SFO
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$814
Wed 7/109:45 amTAO - SFO
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$831
Wed 7/1010:25 amTAO - SFO
3 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$875
Wed 7/109:45 amTAO - SFO
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$918
Mon 7/86:30 amTAO - SFO
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$922
Sun 7/76:30 amTAO - SFO
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$923
Wed 8/218:50 amTAO - SFO
1 stop63h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/10$951
Mon 7/88:55 amTAO - SFO
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,044

Find flights from Qingdao to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Qingdao to San Francisco 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.

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Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

1 stop22h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

1 stop22h 30m

$1,032

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

1 stop22h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

1 stop22h 30m

$1,196

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

1 stop27h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

2 stops37h 00m

$1,442

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

2 stops40h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

2 stops35h 26m

$1,511

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

2 stops39h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

2 stops25h 29m

$1,516

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

2 stops38h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

2 stops29h 01m

$1,524

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

2 stops21h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

1 stop20h 15m

$1,919

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 9/15

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

1 stop20h 15m

$1,924

Qingdao Jiaodong IntlSan Francisco

TAO - SFO

TAOSFO

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 8/10

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 10/26

1 stop29h 55m

$2,018

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Qingdao to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Qingdao to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco

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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 12, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Qingdao to San Francisco, such as Cathay Pacific, China Eastern and China Southern. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,132 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,132 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,132 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

ANA
8.5
Very good
894 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,132 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,418 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,132 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,026 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,132 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

China Eastern
7.3
Good
460 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,132 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Qingdao to San Francisco for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Qingdao to San Francisco for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Cathay Pacific for just $1,032, but on average you can expect to pay $1,988.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Qingdao to San Francisco for under $1,100?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from Qingdao to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Qingdao to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,032, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Qingdao to San Francisco and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Eastern and China Southern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,442 and $1,511, respectively. Cathay Pacific is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does TAO to SFO mean?

    TAO and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. TAO to SFO refers to a flight route from Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Qingdao to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Qingdao to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Qingdao to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Qingdao to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Qingdao to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Qingdao to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Qingdao to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Qingdao to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Qingdao to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/12.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Qingdao to San Francisco?

    Air China, Cathay Pacific and Korean Air are the most popular airlines when flying from Qingdao to San Francisco.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Qingdao to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Qingdao to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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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Korean AirCheapest$1,021Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,033Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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