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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from ₹ 39,230

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Air India Logo
16:30 - 15:40
SFO
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MAA
33h 40m2 stops
Air India Logo
21:40 - 12:25
MAA
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SFO
28h 15m1 stop
₹ 73,086Air India
Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 24 Feb
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16:30 - 07:15
SFO
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MAA
25h 15m2 stops
Air India Logo
19:25 - 14:30
MAA
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SFO
32h 35m2 stops
₹ 73,176Air India
Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
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16:30 - 18:05
SFO
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MAA
36h 05m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:45 - 20:50
MAA
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SFO
25h 35m2 stops
₹ 73,266Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
Air India Logo
15:00 - 15:05
SFO
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MAA
34h 35m2 stops
Air India Logo
06:00 - 12:25
MAA
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SFO
19h 55m1 stop
₹ 73,355Air India
Wed, 21 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb
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14:25 - 04:55
SFO
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MAA
25h 00m2 stops
Air India Logo
06:00 - 12:25
MAA
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SFO
19h 55m1 stop
₹ 73,445Air India
Sun, 1 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
Air India Logo
16:30 - 15:40
SFO
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MAA
33h 40m2 stops
Air India Logo
06:00 - 12:25
MAA
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SFO
19h 55m1 stop
₹ 73,534Air India
Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 24 Feb
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14:25 - 12:55
SFO
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MAA
33h 00m2 stops
Air India Logo
08:05 - 12:25
MAA
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SFO
41h 50m1 stop
₹ 73,624Air India
Sat, 14 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
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14:25 - 12:55
SFO
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MAA
33h 00m1 stop
Air India Logo
06:15 - 20:50
MAA
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SFO
28h 05m1 stop
₹ 73,713Air India
Thu, 12 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
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15:00 - 10:20
SFO
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MAA
29h 50m1 stop
Air India Logo
18:00 - 14:30
MAA
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SFO
34h 00m1 stop
₹ 73,803Air India
Thu, 22 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb
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15:25 - 04:55
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MAA
25h 00m2 stops
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16:20 - 07:00
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SFO
27h 10m1 stop
₹ 73,892Air India
Fri, 20 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Cathay Pacific
7 Jan
SFO22:55San Francisco
36h 10m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
3 Feb
MAA02:00Chennai
32h 45m
1 stop
SFO21:15San Francisco
₹ 76,311
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Cathay Pacific
7 Jan
SFO22:55San Francisco
36h 10m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
27 Jan
MAA02:00Chennai
27h 35m
1 stop
SFO16:05San Francisco
₹ 76,579
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Cathay Pacific
2 Feb
SFO11:25San Francisco
23h 40m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
15 Feb
MAA02:00Chennai
21h 15m
1 stop
SFO09:45San Francisco
₹ 77,027
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Air India flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Air India
17 Jan
SFO16:30San Francisco
33h 40m
2 stops
MAA15:40Chennai
24 Feb
MAA21:40Chennai
28h 15m
1 stop
SFO12:25San Francisco
₹ 73,086
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Air India
12 Jan
SFO16:30San Francisco
25h 15m
2 stops
MAA07:15Chennai
27 Jan
MAA19:25Chennai
32h 35m
2 stops
SFO14:30San Francisco
₹ 73,176
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Air India
21 Jan
SFO15:00San Francisco
34h 35m
2 stops
MAA15:05Chennai
20 Feb
MAA06:00Chennai
19h 55m
1 stop
SFO12:25San Francisco
₹ 73,355
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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, momondo users made 59,053 searches. Data last updated 24 December 2025.
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Price

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

16:30-15:40

2 stops33h 40m

Chennai

Tue 24/2

21:40-12:25

1 stop28h 15m

₹ 73,086

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

16:30-07:15

2 stops25h 15m

Chennai

Tue 27/1

19:25-14:30

2 stops32h 35m

₹ 73,176

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

16:30-18:05

3 stops36h 05m

Chennai

Tue 17/2

08:45-20:50

2 stops25h 35m

₹ 73,266

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

15:00-15:05

2 stops34h 35m

Chennai

Fri 20/2

06:00-12:25

1 stop19h 55m

₹ 73,355

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

14:25-04:55

2 stops25h 00m

Chennai

Thu 5/3

06:00-12:25

1 stop19h 55m

₹ 73,445

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

16:30-15:40

2 stops33h 40m

Chennai

Tue 24/2

06:00-12:25

1 stop19h 55m

₹ 73,534

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 14/2

14:25-12:55

2 stops33h 00m

Chennai

Mon 23/2

08:05-12:25

1 stop41h 50m

₹ 73,624

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 12/2

14:25-12:55

1 stop33h 00m

Chennai

Fri 27/2

06:15-20:50

1 stop28h 05m

₹ 73,713

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

15:00-10:20

1 stop29h 50m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

18:00-14:30

1 stop34h 00m

₹ 73,803

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 20/3

15:25-04:55

2 stops25h 00m

Chennai

Thu 9/4

16:20-07:00

1 stop27h 10m

₹ 73,892

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of August is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around ₹ 76,669.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from San Francisco is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as ₹ 120,617. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from San Francisco to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 176,563. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the morning for as low as ₹ 128,122. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 137,376. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 98,195 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from San Francisco for as low as ₹ 88,761 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Chennai flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Chennai flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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

23h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chennai takes 23h 00m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Chennai.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Chennai by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Chennai is about 13872.7 km. 23h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Chennai?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Chennai?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom ₹ 60,473Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,103 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 67,722Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,419 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 68,285Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,956 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 75,472Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,609 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 86,537Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,441 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 91,361Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,690 reviews
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