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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from ₹ 29,534

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Cheap return flights

These are some of the best return flight deals from San Francisco to Chennai that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
10:40 - 08:45SFO-MAA
33h 35m1 stop
23:15 - 09:40MAA-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
₹ 57,856Singapore Airlines
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Tue, 25 Mar - Wed, 28 May
11:30 - 22:00SFO-MAA
22h 00m1 stop
10:30 - 09:40MAA-SFO
35h 40m1 stop
₹ 59,762Singapore Airlines
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Tue, 6 May - Thu, 22 May
20:30 - 23:10SFO-MAA
38h 10m1 stop
07:50 - 17:30MAA-SFO
22h 10m1 stop
₹ 65,478Air India
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Wed, 9 Apr - Thu, 26 Jun
21:00 - 17:35SFO-MAA
32h 05m1 stop
11:40 - 18:00MAA-SFO
42h 50m1 stop
₹ 67,816Air India
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Mon, 24 Mar - Mon, 7 Apr
00:35 - 00:35SFO-MAA
35h 30m1 stop
01:30 - 22:40MAA-SFO
33h 40m1 stop
₹ 71,714Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 9 Mar - Sun, 30 Mar
00:35 - 00:35SFO-MAA
35h 30m1 stop
01:50 - 17:20MAA-SFO
28h 00m1 stop
₹ 72,320Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 16 Mar - Sat, 22 Mar
16:10 - 02:50SFO-MAA
22h 10m1 stop
04:20 - 13:50MAA-SFO
22h 00m1 stop
₹ 80,808Qatar Airways
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Sun, 20 Apr - Mon, 12 May
16:10 - 02:50SFO-MAA
22h 10m1 stop
04:20 - 13:50MAA-SFO
22h 00m1 stop
₹ 82,107Qatar Airways
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Thu, 8 May - Tue, 20 May
16:45 - 02:15SFO-MAA
21h 00m1 stop
22:00 - 14:00MAA-SFO
28h 30m1 stop
₹ 86,264Emirates
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Sun, 9 Mar - Mon, 31 Mar
16:45 - 20:10SFO-MAA
38h 55m1 stop
09:50 - 14:00MAA-SFO
40h 40m1 stop
₹ 86,351Emirates
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Wed, 12 Mar - Wed, 2 Apr

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Chennai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
9 Mar
SFO00:35San Francisco
35h 30m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
30 Mar
MAA01:30Chennai
33h 40m
1 stop
SFO22:40San Francisco
₹ 71,714
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Cathay Pacific
25 Feb
SFO22:55San Francisco
36h 10m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
4 Mar
MAA01:50Chennai
32h 55m
1 stop
SFO21:15San Francisco
₹ 72,320
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Cathay Pacific
23 Mar
SFO23:55San Francisco
36h 10m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
6 Apr
MAA01:30Chennai
33h 40m
1 stop
SFO22:40San Francisco
₹ 72,407
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Emirates flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Our best Emirates deals on San Francisco to Chennai flight tickets
Emirates
26 Feb
SFO15:40San Francisco
27h 05m
1 stop
MAA08:15Chennai
19 Mar
MAA21:40Chennai
28h 40m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
₹ 84,099
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Emirates
2 Mar
SFO15:40San Francisco
39h 00m
1 stop
MAA20:10Chennai
18 Mar
MAA09:45Chennai
40h 35m
1 stop
SFO13:50San Francisco
₹ 85,398
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Emirates
9 Mar
SFO16:45San Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
MAA02:15Chennai
31 Mar
MAA22:00Chennai
28h 30m
1 stop
SFO14:00San Francisco
₹ 86,264
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Chennai

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around ₹ 80,721.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from San Francisco is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as ₹ 116,636. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from San Francisco to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 170,736. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the morning for as low as ₹ 123,893. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 132,842. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from San Francisco when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 105,528 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from San Francisco for as low as ₹ 100,728 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2025, prices for San Francisco to Chennai flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Chennai (SFO to MAA) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Chennai

Best price found

₹ 29,534

Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is ₹ 29,534. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 57,856.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chennai takes 20h 55m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Chennai Airport.
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

  • How far is San Francisco to Chennai by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Chennai is about 13872.7 km. 20h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Chennai?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Chennai?


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai

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Rating
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom ₹ 52,626Free CancellationRating
7.5
821 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 65,926Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,297 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 66,521Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,908 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 84,079Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,278 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 91,309Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,609 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 130,692Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,759 reviews
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