$598 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Yantai (YNT)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Yantai (SFO-YNT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $598 for one-way flights and $914 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 19
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$914 Roundtrip, just found
$914
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $914 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Oct 6
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,014 Roundtrip, just found
$1,014
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $1,014 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 13
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,039 Roundtrip, just found
$1,039
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $1,039 just found
China Southern Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 19
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,044 Roundtrip, just found
$1,044
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $1,044 just found
Asiana Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 14
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,051 Roundtrip, just found
$1,051
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $1,051 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 13
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,064 Roundtrip, just found
$1,064
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $1,064 just found
Asiana Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 11
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,075 Roundtrip, just found
$1,075
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $1,075 just found
Air China
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 12
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,085 Roundtrip, just found
$1,085
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $1,085 just found
Air China
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 11
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,086 Roundtrip, just found
$1,086
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $1,086 just found
Delta
Mon, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
YNT
Yantai
$1,671 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,671
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Francisco to Yantai, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $1,671 found 10 hours ago
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Yantai (YNT)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Penglai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, Korean Air
Roundtrip price
$913
Distance
5853 mi

San Francisco to Yantai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Yantai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Yantai are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Yantai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Yantai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Yantai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Yantai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Yantai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $598 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Yantai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Yantai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Airport to YNT last minute?
Being the spontaneous type is a fabulous way to travel the globe, but it’s not always the smartest method to score a cheap airfare. Think about booking your San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to YNT trip well in advance rather than waiting till the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Save up that spontaneity for when you reach YNT!
What airports do you fly into for Yantai from San Francisco?
San Francisco to Yantai flights arrive at Penglai Intl. Airport (YNT). This terminal is around 18 mi northeast of downtown Yantai. Grab an amazing airfare with Expedia and then prepare for your getaway.
Can I change the date of my flight from SFO to YNT?
It’s a cinch to make amendments to your San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to YNT trip yourself. Access your itinerary via the Expedia Trips portal and tap “change flight.” Look for new flights and secure the one that better suits your plans. You’ll see an estimate of flight change fees that may apply. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

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