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$287+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to India

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to India (IN0). 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 January 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$796
(Agoda.com)

One-way from

$287
(oojo)
From San Francisco to India
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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 January 16, 2025.

This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/910:40 amSFO - DEL
1 stop44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/511:35 pmDEL - SFO
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$796
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1510:45 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops37h 15mLufthansa
Wed 3/261:50 amDEL - SFO
2 stops24h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$797
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 3/51:35 pmSFO - BLR
1 stop21h 55mLufthansa
Wed 3/192:50 amBLR - SFO
1 stop29h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/15$797
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Tue 3/41:35 pmSFO - HYD
2 stops28h 20mLufthansa
Wed 3/263:45 amHYD - SFO
1 stop29h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 1/15$797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/156:00 amSFO - DEL
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Sun 5/1111:10 amDEL - SFO
1 stop44h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/16$799
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/611:30 amSFO - BLR
1 stop34h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 5/1211:35 amBLR - SFO
1 stop34h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/16$801
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sat 3/84:35 pmSFO - HYD
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/203:45 amHYD - SFO
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$802
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 9/1110:30 amSFO - HYD
1 stop20h 10mAir India
Sun 11/1610:10 amHYD - SFO
1 stop20h 20mAir India
Deal found 1/15$803
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 4/19:00 pmSFO - BLR
Nonstop17h 55mAir India
Mon 6/302:50 pmBLR - SFO
2 stops28h 40mAir India
Deal found 1/15$804
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3010:40 amSFO - HYD
1 stop22h 45mSingapore Airlines
Thu 11/1311:10 pmHYD - SFO
1 stop22h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/16$809
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/119:40 amSFO - BOM
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/2111:10 pmBOM - SFO
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$811
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sun 10/1211:00 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/319:40 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$811

Find flights from San Francisco to India within your budget

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 January 16, 2025.

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San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

9:40 am-8:00 pm

1 stop44h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 4/8

11:35 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$796

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

10:45 pm-1:30 am

2 stops37h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 3/24

1:50 am-1:35 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$797

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO - BLR

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

1:35 pm-1:00 am

1 stop21h 55m

Bengaluru Intl

Wed 3/19

2:50 am-7:45 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$797

San FranciscoHyderabad

SFO - HYD

SFOHYD

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

1:35 pm-7:25 am

2 stops28h 20m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Mon 3/24

3:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$797

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops28h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 5/11

11:10 am-7:30 pm

1 stop44h 50m

$799

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO - BLR

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

11:30 am-10:25 am

1 stop34h 25m

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 5/12

11:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop34h 35m

$801

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO - BLR

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

9:00 pm-3:25 am

Nonstop17h 55m

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 6/30

2:50 pm-7:00 am

2 stops28h 40m

$804

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

2:10 pm-5:20 am

1 stop26h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 4/29

6:40 am-10:30 am

1 stop40h 20m

$811

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

4:40 pm-2:40 am

1 stop20h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 6/30

11:10 am-7:54 am

2 stops33h 14m

$811

San FranciscoHyderabad

SFO - HYD

SFOHYD

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

9:40 am-10:05 am

1 stop34h 55m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Thu 3/6

11:10 pm-7:50 am

1 stop22h 10m

$811

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to India

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to India

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

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 $834). Flying from San Francisco to India in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,465). 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 January 16, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to India, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to IN0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in India by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in India ranges from 0.3 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit India when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in India by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to India, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 January 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to India, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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847 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

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7.7

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8.4

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8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

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1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.4
Very good
847 reviews
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

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1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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Very good
1,448 reviews
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.4
Very good
847 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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 11.8 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?

  • 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 Singapore Airlines ($287), Cathay Pacific ($340), and Vietnam Airlines ($429).

  • 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 $3,155, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $436. The most popular route (San Francisco - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), is priced around $1.

  • 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 $834). Flying from San Francisco to India in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,465). 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$686Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
EVA AirCheapest$713Average$2,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$734Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$735Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$745Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$754Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$755Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$759Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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