Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 22h 08m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to San Francisco?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 103,798.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Chennai and San Francisco?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 39% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to San Francisco?

Air India, Etihad Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to San Francisco

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to San Francisco?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 01m.

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Air India, Cathay Pacific and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Chennai according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?

As of March 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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08:05 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

35h 25m

2 stops

14:00 - 23:35

SFO

MAA

21h 05m

1 stop

₹ 80,138Multiple Airlines

Mon, 29 Jun - Mon, 17 Aug

06:55 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

36h 35m

2 stops

10:30 - 00:20

SFO

MAA

25h 20m

2 stops

₹ 80,322Air India

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 23 Sep

20:40 - 15:35

MAA

SFO

31h 25m

1 stop

10:30 - 10:20

SFO

MAA

35h 20m

1 stop

₹ 80,413Air India

Mon, 20 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

21:40 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

21h 50m

1 stop

20:45 - 21:00

SFO

MAA

35h 45m

1 stop

₹ 80,597Air India

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 29 Sep

06:55 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

36h 35m

1 stop

20:45 - 12:55

SFO

MAA

27h 40m

2 stops

₹ 80,689Air India

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 29 Sep

21:40 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

21h 50m

1 stop

20:45 - 19:10

SFO

MAA

33h 55m

1 stop

₹ 80,781Air India

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 29 Sep

16:20 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

27h 10m

1 stop

20:45 - 19:10

SFO

MAA

33h 55m

1 stop

₹ 80,873Air India

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 29 Sep

21:40 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

21h 50m

1 stop

10:30 - 00:30

SFO

MAA

25h 30m

2 stops

₹ 80,965Air India

Tue, 26 May - Mon, 10 Aug

06:00 - 17:45

MAA

SFO

24h 15m

2 stops

10:30 - 00:30

SFO

MAA

25h 30m

2 stops

₹ 81,057Air India

Sat, 13 Jun - Mon, 5 Oct

06:00 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

37h 30m

1 stop

10:30 - 10:20

SFO

MAA

35h 20m

1 stop

₹ 81,149Air India

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 29 Sep

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Air India

1 Jul

MAA06:55Chennai

36h 35m

2 stops

SFO07:00San Francisco

23 Sept

SFO10:30San Francisco

25h 20m

2 stops

MAA00:20Chennai

₹ 80,322

Air India

20 Apr

MAA20:40Chennai

31h 25m

1 stop

SFO15:35San Francisco

30 Apr

SFO10:30San Francisco

35h 20m

1 stop

MAA10:20Chennai

₹ 80,413

Air India

10 Jun

MAA14:00Chennai

29h 30m

2 stops

SFO07:00San Francisco

2 Dec

SFO14:25San Francisco

29h 00m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 80,505

Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to San Francisco

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Cathay Pacific

4 May

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 20m

1 stop

SFO22:40San Francisco

4 Oct

SFO13:00San Francisco

22h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 82,435

Cathay Pacific

25 May

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 20m

1 stop

SFO22:40San Francisco

11 Aug

SFO14:00San Francisco

21h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 82,619

Cathay Pacific

16 Jun

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 55m

1 stop

SFO23:15San Francisco

5 Oct

SFO13:00San Francisco

22h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 82,987

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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 29/6

08:05-07:00

2 stops35h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 17/8

14:00-23:35

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 80,138

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 1/7

06:55-07:00

2 stops36h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 23/9

10:30-00:20

2 stops25h 20m

₹ 80,322

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 20/4

20:40-15:35

1 stop31h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

10:30-10:20

1 stop35h 20m

₹ 80,413

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 5/5

21:40-07:00

1 stop21h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

20:45-21:00

1 stop35h 45m

₹ 80,597

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 5/5

06:55-07:00

1 stop36h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

20:45-12:55

2 stops27h 40m

₹ 80,689

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 5/5

21:40-07:00

1 stop21h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

20:45-19:10

1 stop33h 55m

₹ 80,781

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 5/5

16:20-07:00

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

20:45-19:10

1 stop33h 55m

₹ 80,873

Fastest return journey

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 26/5

21:40-07:00

1 stop21h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 10/8

10:30-00:30

2 stops25h 30m

₹ 80,965

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 13/6

06:00-17:45

2 stops24h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 5/10

10:30-00:30

2 stops25h 30m

₹ 81,057

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 5/5

06:00-07:00

1 stop37h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

10:30-10:20

1 stop35h 20m

₹ 81,149

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Francisco. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 85,652. If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of October, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of ₹ 86,019.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around ₹ 100,616 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Chennai for as low as ₹ 86,295 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to San Francisco flight.

How have Chennai to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Chennai to San Francisco flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chennai to San Francisco

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The fastest flight from Chennai to San Francisco takes 22h 05m

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How far is Chennai to San Francisco by plane?
A flight from Chennai to San Francisco will travel around 13872.7 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Chennai to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chennai and San Francisco, the leading airline is Air India, making up 29% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Cathay Pacific with 29%, Emirates with 14%, and Singapore Airlines with 14%.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to San Francisco

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 59,856	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,472 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 60,076	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 542 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 74,706	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,969 reviews	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 79,936	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,202 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 87,963	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,841 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 90,455	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,781 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 90,522	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 99,341	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,540 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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