Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Cathay Pacific, Air India and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Chennai according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 31% 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.

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 04m.

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

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 123,907.

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.

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 June 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.

₹ 39,466 Cheap Flights from Chennai to San Francisco in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and San Francisco?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from ₹ 109,996 to ₹ 143,419. The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 112,734.

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18:15 - 12:50

MAA

SFO

31h 05m

2 stops

13:50 - 07:50

SFO

MAA

28h 30m

2 stops

₹ 112,734Multiple Airlines

Mon, 7 Sep - Sun, 28 Feb

04:05 - 13:35

MAA

SFO

22h 00m

1 stop

15:00 - 02:30

SFO

MAA

22h 00m

1 stop

₹ 112,923Qatar Airways

Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 1 Mar

04:05 - 13:35

MAA

SFO

22h 00m

1 stop

15:00 - 02:20

SFO

MAA

21h 50m

1 stop

₹ 113,300Qatar Airways

Mon, 7 Sep - Sat, 27 Feb

04:05 - 14:00

MAA

SFO

22h 25m

1 stop

15:40 - 02:15

SFO

MAA

21h 05m

1 stop

₹ 113,395Emirates

Fri, 11 Sep - Sat, 27 Feb

22:05 - 14:00

MAA

SFO

28h 25m

1 stop

16:45 - 02:15

SFO

MAA

21h 00m

1 stop

₹ 113,678Emirates

Fri, 11 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

23:15 - 09:50

MAA

SFO

23h 05m

1 stop

00:30 - 07:25

SFO

MAA

42h 25m

2 stops

₹ 113,773Multiple Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Wed, 24 Mar

04:05 - 14:00

MAA

SFO

22h 25m

1 stop

16:45 - 20:10

SFO

MAA

38h 55m

1 stop

₹ 113,867Emirates

Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 30 Oct

23:15 - 09:50

MAA

SFO

23h 05m

1 stop

13:50 - 06:35

SFO

MAA

27h 15m

2 stops

₹ 113,961Multiple Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 8 Mar

21:05 - 17:55

MAA

SFO

57h 20m

2 stops

11:45 - 11:25

SFO

MAA

35h 10m

1 stop

₹ 114,056Multiple Airlines

Tue, 7 Jul - Mon, 31 Aug

23:15 - 09:50

MAA

SFO

23h 05m

1 stop

11:00 - 08:55

SFO

MAA

33h 25m

2 stops

₹ 114,245Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Tue, 27 Oct

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Air India flights from Chennai to San Francisco

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Air India

25 Aug

MAA08:05Chennai

35h 25m

2 stops

SFO07:00San Francisco

22 Feb

SFO14:25San Francisco

25h 00m

2 stops

MAA04:55Chennai

₹ 114,339

Air India

20 Aug

MAA16:20Chennai

27h 10m

2 stops

SFO07:00San Francisco

20 Sept

SFO10:30San Francisco

40h 10m

2 stops

MAA15:10Chennai

₹ 114,528

Air India

2 Sept

MAA09:50Chennai

33h 40m

2 stops

SFO07:00San Francisco

27 Feb

SFO14:25San Francisco

25h 00m

2 stops

MAA04:55Chennai

₹ 114,622

Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to San Francisco

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Cathay Pacific

19 Aug

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 55m

1 stop

SFO23:15San Francisco

2 Sept

SFO14:00San Francisco

21h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 114,433

Cathay Pacific

30 Jun

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 55m

1 stop

SFO23:15San Francisco

13 Oct

SFO13:00San Francisco

22h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 119,626

Cathay Pacific

1 Jul

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 55m

1 stop

SFO23:15San Francisco

9 Sept

SFO01:20San Francisco

33h 45m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 123,970

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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 7/9

18:15-12:50

2 stops31h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 28/2

13:50-07:50

2 stops28h 30m

₹ 112,734

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 3/9

04:05-13:35

1 stop22h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 1/3

15:00-02:30

1 stop22h 00m

₹ 112,923

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 7/9

04:05-13:35

1 stop22h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 27/2

15:00-02:20

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 113,300

Fastest return journey

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 11/9

04:05-14:00

1 stop22h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 27/2

15:40-02:15

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 113,395

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 11/9

22:05-14:00

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 31/10

16:45-02:15

1 stop21h 00m

₹ 113,678

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 22/9

23:15-09:50

1 stop23h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 24/3

00:30-07:25

2 stops42h 25m

₹ 113,773

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 11/9

04:05-14:00

1 stop22h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 30/10

16:45-20:10

1 stop38h 55m

₹ 113,867

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 21/9

23:15-09:50

1 stop23h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

13:50-06:35

2 stops27h 15m

₹ 113,961

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 7/7

21:05-17:55

2 stops57h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 31/8

11:45-11:25

1 stop35h 10m

₹ 114,056

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 13/9

23:15-09:50

1 stop23h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 27/10

11:00-08:55

2 stops33h 25m

₹ 114,245

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chennai to San Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

In general, November 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 ₹ 87,525. If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of ₹ 88,563.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai 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 ₹ 106,117 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 ₹ 87,713 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 36% 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 June 2026, prices for Chennai to San Francisco flights are approximately 29% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chennai to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	24h 35m
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The fastest flight from Chennai to San Francisco takes 24h 35m

There are no direct flights from Chennai to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Chennai to San Francisco.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to San Francisco

How far is Chennai to San Francisco by plane?
A flight from Chennai to San Francisco will travel around 13874.2 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 24h 35m.
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 June 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 Cathay Pacific, making up 27% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air India with 23%, Emirates with 19%, and Singapore Airlines with 18%.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to San Francisco

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 61,495	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,555 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 71,430	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,958 reviews	Search Air India flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom ₹ 79,710	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 690 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 82,124	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,394 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 85,265	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,102 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 93,000	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 99,669	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,603 reviews	Search Emirates flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 134,832	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,777 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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