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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Qingdao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Qingdao.815 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Apr, returning Sun, 18 May.Return flight with Air Premia and Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 20 Apr, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Qingdao on Sun, 18 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 815 €, select.
Qingdao.880 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Qingdao on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 880 €, select.
Qingdao.913 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Qingdao on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 913 €, select.
Qingdao.999 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Apr, returning Mon, 28 Apr.Return flight with Air Premia and Qingdao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 13 Apr, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Qingdao Airlines, departs from Qingdao on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 999 €, select.
Qingdao.1.066 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Mar, returning Tue, 29 Apr.Return flight with Korean Air and Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 25 Mar, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.066 €, select.
Qingdao.1.091 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Flair Airlines and Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Qingdao on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.091 €, select.
Qingdao.1.688 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Qingdao on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.688 €, select.
Qingdao.1.693 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Qingdao on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.693 €, select.

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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.

San Francisco to Qingdao: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found815 €
Cheapest month to flyApril

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 815 €. 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 815 €.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Qingdao.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Qingdao is usually April.
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 Sunday, 20 April 2025.
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, Air Premia 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

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • To break up your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the SFO - TAO route include:

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

  • Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter China. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before booking your cheap ticket from SFO to TAO, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport is 409 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 815 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to TAO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from SFO to TAO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.

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

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Travelling from central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport takes around 47 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy way to start to your break? Stay near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

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

  • Qingdao Liuting International Airport to the centre of Qingdao is about 1 hour and 18 minutes in a car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

When to fly to Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Qingdao based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Qingdao is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Qingdao Liuting International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to TAO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC and 5ºC on average.

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  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Qingdao Liuting International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Qingdao.

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