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$496+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to India

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to India
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to India. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 6, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2412:00 pm
SFO
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ATQ
2 stops45h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/107:05 pm
ATQ
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SFO
2 stops51h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$939
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1912:00 pm
SFO
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ATQ
2 stops46h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/1010:50 pm
ATQ
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SFO
2 stops47h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$992
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/107:00 am
SFO
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DEL
2 stops28h 35m
Delta
Thu 10/293:20 am
DEL
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SFO
1 stop21h 55m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$1,001
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2510:30 am
SFO
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DEL
1 stop21h 15m
Air India
Mon 8/1712:05 am
DEL
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SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Air India
Deal found 6/4$1,002
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1410:30 am
SFO
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DEL
1 stop21h 15m
Air India
Sat 8/2912:05 am
DEL
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SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Air India
Deal found 6/6$1,003
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/83:55 pm
SFO
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DEL
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/43:45 am
DEL
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SFO
1 stop22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,004
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2711:35 am
SFO
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DEL
1 stop41h 00m
Japan Airlines
Sun 12/277:55 pm
DEL
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SFO
1 stop27h 20m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,005
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/168:20 am
SFO
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DEL
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/224:35 am
DEL
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SFO
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,006
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/215:05 pm
SFO
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DEL
1 stop20h 50m
Emirates
Wed 11/114:10 am
DEL
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SFO
1 stop22h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 6/3$1,007
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/197:14 am
SFO
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DEL
2 stops45h 21m
Japan Airlines
Sun 12/67:55 pm
DEL
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SFO
1 stop27h 50m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,008
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3010:30 am
SFO
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DEL
1 stop21h 15m
Air India
Sun 8/1612:05 am
DEL
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SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Air India
Deal found 6/6$1,009
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/67:00 am
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DEL
2 stops28h 35m
Delta
Sat 10/173:55 am
DEL
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SFO
2 stops32h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/2$1,010

Find flight deals from San Francisco to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to India flight deals. Data was last updated June 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$939
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$496
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,293

Good round-trip deal

$1,038 or less

Good one-way deal

$428 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to India
One-way flight from San Francisco to India
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to India.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to India.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to India 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to India that are best for you.

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San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Sun 8/30

8:23 am-2:40 am

2 stops29h 47m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 9/7

4:25 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,039

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

8:10 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop38h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 1/29

4:55 am-11:41 pm

2 stops32h 16m

$1,039

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Fri 8/21

5:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop26h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 9/7

4:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,057
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Fri 8/7

5:05 pm-2:25 am

1 stop20h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 8/27

4:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,083

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Fri 8/7

5:05 pm-2:25 am

1 stop20h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 8/28

4:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,083

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Fri 9/18

6:45 pm-5:15 am

1 stop22h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 9/27

6:55 am-4:40 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$1,103

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Mon 7/27

5:05 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 8/16

10:15 am-2:00 pm

1 stop40h 15m

$1,119

San FranciscoAmritsar

SFO - ATQ

SFOATQ

San Francisco

Thu 10/1

11:45 am-12:25 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl

Sat 10/31

2:15 pm-8:50 am

2 stops31h 05m

$1,154

San FranciscoAhmedabad

SFO - AMD

SFOAMD

San Francisco

Mon 11/9

6:35 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops31h 35m

Ahmedabad

Sat 11/28

11:55 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$1,156

San FranciscoAhmedabad

SFO - AMD

SFOAMD

San Francisco

Sun 10/11

6:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Ahmedabad

Sun 10/25

11:15 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$1,156

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to India

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to India

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to India (average of $794). Flying from San Francisco to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,473). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 6, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from San Francisco to India by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to India

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to India. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 6, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to IN0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to India delayed?

About 43% of weekly flights between San Francisco and India have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 204 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to India flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to India flights?

Over the last year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 43% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to India?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to India, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to India. Price data was last updated on September 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to India flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. 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 India. Reviews last updated June 6, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from San Francisco to India have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to India. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve San Francisco to India flights?

    Passengers who are planning a trip to India from San Francisco will leave the state at San Francisco International Airport. It is 13 miles from the center of the city and offers flights throughout America, as well as to Asia and Europe. This is the second busiest airport in the area after Los Angeles International Airport and is the seventh busiest in the entire United States. The airport where travelers touch down will vary based on where you are going. Those visiting Visakhapatnam will land in Visakhapatnam Airport while those going to Ahmedabad are going to come down in Ahmedabad Airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from San Francisco to India?

    Unfortunately, due to the distance of this flight, there are currently no direct, nonstop flights from San Francisco to India. However, passengers have a huge number of flights to choose from with one or more stops along the way. Some of the destinations to choose from in India include Amritsar, Chennai, Mumbai, and New Delhi. Those going to New Delhi can choose a flight with one stop or a flight with additional flights. Most of the time the flights with at least two stops are going to be less expensive than those with only one.

  • What are the stopover options between San Francisco to India?

    Some of the airlines that offer stopover flights to India from San Francisco include Turkish Airlines, Air China, and China Southern. Those looking for the least expensive option are likely going to have two or three stops before reaching the destination. One of the flights available stops in both Wuhan Airport and Guangzhou Airport in China before reaching New Delhi. These flights often have only one stop in places like London Heathrow Airport, Dubai Airport, or Istanbul Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from San Francisco to India?

    Travelers from San Francisco into India will need to have a passport as well as a visa. The passport needs to be valid for at least 180 days and should have two or more blank pages.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to India?

    Located just 11.0 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to India from San Francisco.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to India flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to India?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Delta, and Emirates fly from San Francisco to India in about 26h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h. San Francisco and India are separated by a distance of 8389 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to India one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to India are KLM ($183), Singapore Airlines ($268), and Air India ($304).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to India?

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to India?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to India? While on average our users pay $1,257, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $483. The most popular route (San Francisco - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), is priced around $740.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to India?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to India (average of $794). Flying from San Francisco to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,473). 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.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from San Francisco to India?

    There are a good number of eco-friendly airlines that provide flights to India from San Francisco, including Virgin Atlantic. Regarded as one of the most eco-conscious airlines globally, Virgin Atlantic has a broad range of environmentally friendly programs. These programs include "Change is in the Air," a program aimed at making their ground operations incredibly efficient, and their Responsible Supplier Policy, which ensures that they only buy from environmentally conscious vendors. Japan Airlines is another eco-friendly airline that offers flights to India from San Francisco. As a company keen on bringing down its emissions, Japan Airlines has heavily invested in researching sustainable aviation fuel made from plant-based ingredients. It has also been replacing its old planes with modern, more fuel-efficient aircraft.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from San Francisco to India?

    To fly more sustainably from San Francisco to India, you should book a seat on a direct flight because flights with layovers typically use more jet fuel than direct flights. Another way you can attempt sustainable travel is by packing lightly; the less you bring on the plane, the less fuel your flight will use. Although direct flights and lighter flights consume less fuel, they still emit carbon, so even if you board a direct flight and pack lightly, you will still contribute to the production of harmful emissions. Thus, another eco-friendly habit you can employ is to calculate the amount of emissions you contributed on your flight and buy similar amounts of carbon offsets.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to India

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to India. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$364Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LOTCheapest$484Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$532Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air CanadaCheapest$533Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IndiGoCheapest$610Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
SWISSCheapest$631Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$645Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China EasternCheapest$663Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$694Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$714Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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