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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Yantai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,994. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Yantai.$2,145 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Yantai.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Yantai on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,145, select.

Yantai.$2,507 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Yantai.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Yantai on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,507, select.

Yantai.$2,914 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Sat, 11 Jul.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Yantai.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Yantai on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,914, select.

Yantai.$2,994 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun, returning Fri, 26 Jun.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Yantai.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Yantai on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,994, select.

Yantai.$3,982 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Yantai.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Yantai on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,982, select.

Yantai.$7,887 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Yantai.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Yantai on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $7,887, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Yantai flights are currently cheapest in October.

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San Francisco International to Yantai: Alternative routes

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

Yantai

47km from central Yantai

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San Francisco to Yantai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$2,145
Cheapest month to fly	October

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

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Yantai?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Yantai is $2,145. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Yantai?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Yantai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,145.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Yantai?

As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Yantai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Yantai?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Yantai is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Airport on Sunday, 11 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Yantai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Yantai?

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 Yantai 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Yantai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Yantai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai with?

Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Yantai.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Yantai Laishan International Airport (YNT): what you need to know

Yantai is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SFO to YNT flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and YNT:
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport
- Incheon International Airport
- Beijing Capital International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Yantai Laishan International Airport (YNT)

At the moment, $1,081 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $2,145. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to YNT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SFO to YNT couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

77.36% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
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 driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SFO:

Arriving at Yantai Laishan International Airport (YNT)

Hop off your San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfy option a short journey from YNT, make your way to Weite Business Room (Penglai International Airport).

Getting from Yantai Laishan International Airport (YNT) to central Yantai

You'll find YNT at Konggang Rd..
Yantai Laishan International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Yantai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Yantai Laishan International Airport (YNT)

April is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Yantai in April.
The warmest month in Yantai is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Yantai Laishan International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to YNT in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC and 3ºC then.

Explore more of China

Yantai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-west of Yantai, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
If you're ready to explore another corner of China, head for Tai'an, about 418 kilometres west of Yantai. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key reasons to visit.