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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from ₹ 45,815

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAA
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

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 Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 78,468

One-way from

₹ 45,815

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Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 28/1-3/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 40m total
  • San Francisco to Chennai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 13/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 35m total
  • San Francisco to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Sun 24/1122:55SFO - MAA
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 7/1201:50MAA - SFO
1 stop32h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/11₹ 90,027
Tue 31/1214:40SFO - MAA
2 stops27h 05mLufthansa
Thu 30/120:30MAA - SFO
2 stops35h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11₹ 92,980
Mon 30/1214:40SFO - MAA
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/116:55MAA - SFO
2 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11₹ 94,246
Tue 3/1217:30SFO - MAA
1 stop22h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 12/1207:35MAA - SFO
1 stop24h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/11₹ 95,005
Mon 2/1214:45SFO - MAA
1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 10/1203:30MAA - SFO
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11₹ 96,018
Tue 31/1208:30SFO - MAA
2 stops26h 05mAir Canada
Tue 28/101:45MAA - SFO
2 stops29h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 19/11₹ 99,646
Sat 28/1213:10SFO - MAA
2 stops31h 45mIndiGo
Thu 30/123:00MAA - SFO
2 stops31h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 20/11₹ 99,814
Mon 30/1209:15SFO - MAA
1 stop21h 35mAir India
Tue 28/122:40MAA - SFO
1 stop31h 50mAir India
Deal found 19/11₹ 100,911
Fri 27/1213:10SFO - MAA
2 stops35h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 29/121:05MAA - SFO
2 stops51h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/11₹ 104,708
Tue 31/1215:40SFO - MAA
1 stop21h 05mEmirates
Mon 27/121:40MAA - SFO
1 stop28h 40mEmirates
Deal found 19/11₹ 115,592
Thu 28/1123:59SFO - MAA
2 stops30h 51mEtihad Airways
Fri 13/1203:50MAA - SFO
2 stops32h 56mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11₹ 116,689
Wed 25/1200:59SFO - MAA
2 stops34h 41mEthiopian Air
Sun 26/103:00MAA - SFO
3 stops50h 12mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11₹ 119,052

Find flights from San Francisco to Chennai within your budget

Customise 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 489,738 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

20:35-07:15

2 stops45h 10m

Chennai

Mon 3/2

01:45-18:45

2 stops30h 30m

₹ 78,468

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 20/1

08:33-00:05

2 stops26h 02m

Chennai

Sun 9/2

21:00-12:35

2 stops29h 05m

₹ 78,637

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 25/1

23:22-00:05

2 stops35h 13m

Chennai

Tue 4/3

01:45-15:35

2 stops27h 20m

₹ 78,805

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 14/1

20:30-10:35

1 stop24h 35m

Chennai

Thu 6/2

09:40-17:00

1 stop20h 50m

₹ 79,649

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 13/1

14:45-01:55

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Sat 8/3

03:45-12:35

1 stop22h 20m

₹ 80,240

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 23/2

09:40-22:10

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Sat 15/3

23:25-08:50

1 stop21h 55m

₹ 81,674

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 28/1

15:40-02:15

1 stop21h 05m

Chennai

Mon 3/2

03:45-12:50

1 stop22h 35m

₹ 82,096

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 27/1

17:30-05:35

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Wed 26/2

07:35-18:45

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 85,640

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 17/1

11:25-00:35

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Fri 7/2

01:50-21:15

1 stop32h 55m

₹ 88,508

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 13/1

09:15-20:20

1 stop21h 35m

₹ 45,815

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai

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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 return flight from San Francisco to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Chennai is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from San Francisco to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). 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 20 November 2024.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San Francisco to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

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 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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 20 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Lufthansa, Air Canada and British Airways from San Francisco to Chennai have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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?

    Currently priced at ₹ 78,468, Lufthansa will fly you from San Francisco to Chennai and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Air India - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 78,805 and ₹ 79,649, respectively. Users have found that Lufthansa is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 45,815. Etihad Airways flights start at ₹ 46,068 while deals on IndiGo start at ₹ 48,346 one-way.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from San Francisco to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). 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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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 51,266Average₹ 85,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 66,559Average₹ 125,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 77,757Average₹ 137,918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 83,333Average₹ 116,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 88,950Average₹ 106,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 89,433Average₹ 123,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 127,317Average₹ 150,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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