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$1,112+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MAA
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Chennai are usually found in August or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,112
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,300
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Chennai flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Chennai flights.
From San Diego to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($312 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:15 amSAN - MAA
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/54:55 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops39h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,112
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/299:05 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops34h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 5/154:15 amMAA - SAN
2 stops27h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,128
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/208:55 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops35h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 12/1511:25 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 11mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,155
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:00 amSAN - MAA
2 stops28h 40mLufthansa
Wed 5/141:55 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 26mLufthansa
Deal found 4/3$1,178
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/207:05 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 12/153:45 amMAA - SAN
2 stops25h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,184
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2912:48 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops26h 12mBritish Airways
Thu 5/155:35 amMAA - SAN
1 stop24h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,520
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/129:30 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops46h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/22:45 amMAA - SAN
3 stops49h 23mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/3$1,682
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/298:00 amSAN - MAA
3 stops33h 35mJapan Airlines
Wed 5/143:15 amMAA - SAN
3 stops49h 53mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/3$2,814

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Mon 4/14

6:15 am-8:40 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Chennai

Mon 5/5

4:55 pm-7:43 pm

2 stops39h 18m

$1,112

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Tue 4/29

9:05 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Chennai

Thu 5/15

4:15 am-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$1,128

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops28h 40m

Chennai

Wed 5/14

1:55 am-5:51 pm

2 stops28h 26m

$1,178

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Mon 4/14

11:04 am-2:50 am

2 stops27h 16m

Chennai

Sun 5/4

3:55 am-6:53 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$1,283

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Tue 4/29

12:48 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 12m

Chennai

Thu 5/15

5:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$1,520

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Tue 4/29

8:00 am-6:05 am

3 stops33h 35m

Chennai

Wed 5/14

3:15 am-4:38 pm

3 stops49h 53m

$2,814

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/3

Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Chennai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Chennai in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Chennai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Chennai. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Chennai, you should look to book at least 60 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 month to book a flight from San Diego to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from San Diego to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,660). 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 SAN to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Chennai. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from San Diego to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways ($1,128), Lufthansa ($1,178), and Qatar Airways ($1,283) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Chennai. Etihad Airways is priced at 21% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Chennai 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 Diego to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from San Diego to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,660). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Chennai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Chennai. 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EmiratesCheapest$1,078Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,120Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,158Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,169Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,175Average$2,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,184Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,210Average$2,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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