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$518+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAA
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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The best prices from San Francisco to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$891
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$518
(oojo)

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June

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September

Average price

$1,770
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This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:35 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop35h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/251:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/16$1,044
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:35 amSFO - MAA
2 stops45h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/2210:45 amMAA - SFO
2 stops36h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,149
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/292:45 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 1/263:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/16$1,233
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:30 amSFO - MAA
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/133:25 pmMAA - SFO
3 stops37h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,300
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/302:40 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop43h 55mLufthansa
Sat 1/251:45 amMAA - SFO
1 stop24h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$1,351
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/308:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop21h 30mAir India
Wed 1/227:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 40mAir India
Deal found 12/16$1,366
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/293:40 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop27h 05mEmirates
Mon 1/279:45 amMAA - SFO
1 stop40h 35mEmirates
Deal found 12/16$1,377
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/312:10 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 1/278:30 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$1,436
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:30 amSFO - MAA
2 stops26h 05mAir Canada
Tue 1/141:45 amMAA - SFO
2 stops29h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$1,464
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/281:10 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 15mIndiGo
Mon 1/1311:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops31h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 12/17$1,570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2510:30 amSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/302:35 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops35h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,726

Find flights from San Francisco to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Chennai 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 December 18, 2024.

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San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

8:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop21h 30m

Chennai

Mon 3/17

6:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$891

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

4:35 pm-8:15 am

2 stops27h 10m

Chennai

Mon 3/24

1:45 am-9:42 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$901

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

10:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

Chennai

Tue 2/25

1:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop21h 25m

$903

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

2:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop43h 55m

Chennai

Wed 5/14

1:55 am-7:15 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$907

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

9:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Sun 3/9

11:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$927

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

8:33 am-12:05 am

2 stops26h 02m

Chennai

Wed 3/12

1:45 am-5:30 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$934

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

2:45 pm-2:25 am

1 stop22h 10m

Chennai

Sun 2/16

3:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$940

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

3:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

3:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$993

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

5:30 pm-5:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Tue 2/25

7:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$1,041

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

8:00 pm-8:55 am

1 stop23h 25m

$518

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Chennai in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Francisco-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Chennai flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your San Francisco to Chennai trip
Airlines
Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines' economy class offers 32 inches of legroom and free unlimited Wi-Fi.


Singapore Airlines' premium economy includes 38 inches of legroom and upgraded amenities.

Read more about Singapore Airlinesby Gabriel Leigh
Emirates

Emirates' economy class offers 32 inches of legroom and generous baggage policies.


Emirates' Dubai Connect offers free hotel stays for long layovers.

Read more about Emiratesby Blane Bachelor
Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways' business class offers pajamas, a bed, and fresh flowers for ultimate comfort.


Qatar Airways' carry-on policy allows only one item in economy, so pack wisely.

Read more about Qatar Airwaysby Brandon Schultz
Air India

Air India's A350 aircraft offers premium economy with 38 inches of seat pitch.


Air India's economy class includes hot meals and a checked bag for all fares.

Read more about Air Indiaby Andreas Spaeth
Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific's Economy Flex offers free extra legroom seats and no-fee flight changes.


Cathay Pacific's stopover program allows up to 7 days in Hong Kong for free.

Read more about Cathay Pacificby Yulia Denisyuk
Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Allegris economy offers 31 inches of pitch with a slim design for comfort.


Lufthansa's Sleeper's Row lets you spread across three seats for extra comfort.

Read more about Lufthansaby Blane Bachelor
Airports
SFO

Save time by ordering meals for pickup from restaurants participating in the SFO2Go program during busy times.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
MAA

Expect a slow immigration and customs check upon arrival at MAA, taking about an hour including luggage pickup.

Read more about MAAby Ria Gupta
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Singapore Airlines

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Emirates and Lufthansa

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on Qatar Airways

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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Andreas Spaeth

Andreas Spaeth

Expert on Air India

Andreas Spaeth

Andreas Spaeth

Andreas hails from Hamburg, Germany, and has been visiting over 130 countries around the globe in his never-ending curiosity to explore new places. Visiting airlines and airports on every continent is a good excuse to see their home countries. Andreas is particularly proud he visited the North Pole (by icebreaker) and Antarctica (landing on an ice runway).

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Cathay Pacific

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Ria Gupta

Ria Gupta

Expert on MAA

Ria Gupta

Ria Gupta

An independent journalist born and brought up in India, Ria travels to learn from the world at large. She’s a solo traveler at heart, and hopes that her tips, insights, and inspirations can help people take off without waiting for others. With a passion for flying, Ria finds freedom in the skies as much as on the ground. She’s contributed to titles like Condé Nast Traveller, Elle Decor, and Harper’s Bazaar.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Chennai. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Chennai, you should look to book at least 79 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 Francisco to Chennai?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from San Francisco to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Chennai. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Chennai flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon 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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, British Airways and Air India from San Francisco to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $891. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $903 and $907, respectively. Air India is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $518. Users have also found prices from $546 and $557 on Etihad Airways and IndiGo, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Chennai is $1,080. On average you can expect to pay $3,288. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Chennai), can usually be booked for $729.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Chennai?

    San Francisco to Chennai flights have a layover in Singapore most often. Doha is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Chennai. Dubai sees the third most layovers on flights from San Francisco to Chennai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Singapore?

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Boat Quay. Travelers on a layover in Singapore can visit Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Boat Quay, by traveling 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Those on a layover in Singapore in need of a rental car can book one at Singapore Changi for about $110.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Doha?

    If you're on a layover in Doha and looking for things to do, consider visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Aspire Tower, or Katara Cultural Village. Travelers on a layover in Doha can visit Museum of Islamic Art, Aspire Tower, and Katara Cultural Village, by traveling 5.2 mi, 10.6 mi, and 8.7 mi, respectively after landing at Doha Hamad Intl. Those landing in Doha looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $36 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab can be visited by traveling about 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can rent a car from Dubai Intl for about $34 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Chennai flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Chennai layover in Los Angeles least frequently. Bengaluru follows Los Angeles in terms of the least common layover location on San Francisco to Chennai flights. Bengaluru is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular layover location for San Francisco to Chennai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from San Francisco to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$552Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air IndiaCheapest$730Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$734Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$758Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$769Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EmiratesCheapest$851Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$897Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$914Average$1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$952Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,018Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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