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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from ₹ 35,036

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Lufthansa Logo
13:30 - 08:45SFO-MAA
29h 45m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
01:50 - 12:40MAA-SFO
24h 20m1 stop
₹ 72,808Lufthansa
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Thu, 22 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb
Air India Logo
09:45 - 22:40SFO-MAA
47h 25m2 stops
Air India Logo
19:25 - 14:30MAA-SFO
32h 35m2 stops
₹ 72,897Air India
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Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 08:45SFO-MAA
47h 50m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:50 - 12:40MAA-SFO
24h 20m1 stop
₹ 72,985Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
British Airways Logo
14:50 - 05:35SFO-MAA
25h 15m2 stops
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 18:45MAA-SFO
24h 40m1 stop
₹ 73,426British Airways
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Tue, 6 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 05:35SFO-MAA
43h 25m1 stop
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 18:45MAA-SFO
24h 40m1 stop
₹ 73,514British Airways
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Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 08:45SFO-MAA
47h 50m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:50 - 21:20MAA-SFO
33h 00m2 stops
₹ 73,867Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 30 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
SWISS Logo
19:25 - 08:45SFO-MAA
47h 50m2 stops
SWISS Logo
18:00 - 16:30MAA-SFO
36h 00m2 stops
₹ 74,838SWISS
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Tue, 25 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:55 - 00:35SFO-MAA
36h 10m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
02:00 - 09:30MAA-SFO
21h 00m1 stop
₹ 75,544Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 22 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:55 - 00:35SFO-MAA
36h 10m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
02:00 - 21:15MAA-SFO
32h 45m1 stop
₹ 75,809Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 30 Dec - Mon, 2 Feb
SWISS Logo
12:50 - 08:45SFO-MAA
54h 25m3 stops
SWISS Logo
18:00 - 13:20MAA-SFO
32h 50m3 stops
₹ 75,897SWISS
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Sun, 18 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

Air India flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Our best Air India deals on San Francisco to Chennai flight tickets
Air India
10 Jan
SFO09:45San Francisco
47h 25m
2 stops
MAA22:40Chennai
14 Feb
MAA19:25Chennai
32h 35m
2 stops
SFO14:30San Francisco
₹ 72,897
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Air India
11 Jan
SFO16:30San Francisco
26h 45m
2 stops
MAA08:45Chennai
13 Feb
MAA15:45Chennai
36h 15m
2 stops
SFO14:30San Francisco
₹ 73,338
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Air India
10 Nov
SFO22:50San Francisco
30h 30m
2 stops
MAA18:50Chennai
11 Dec
MAA20:00Chennai
29h 30m
1 stop
SFO12:00San Francisco
₹ 73,514
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Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Lufthansa
22 Jan
SFO13:30San Francisco
29h 45m
2 stops
MAA08:45Chennai
16 Feb
MAA01:50Chennai
24h 20m
1 stop
SFO12:40San Francisco
₹ 72,808
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Lufthansa
18 Jan
SFO13:30San Francisco
29h 45m
2 stops
MAA08:45Chennai
1 Feb
MAA01:50Chennai
31h 50m
1 stop
SFO20:10San Francisco
₹ 73,073
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Lufthansa
19 Jan
SFO13:30San Francisco
29h 45m
2 stops
MAA08:45Chennai
19 Mar
MAA01:50Chennai
31h 43m
2 stops
SFO21:03San Francisco
₹ 73,161
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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 28 October 2025.
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San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

13:30-08:45

2 stops29h 45m

Chennai

Mon 16/2

01:50-12:40

1 stop24h 20m

₹ 72,808

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 10/1

09:45-22:40

2 stops47h 25m

Chennai

Sat 14/2

19:25-14:30

2 stops32h 35m

₹ 72,897

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

19:25-08:45

2 stops47h 50m

Chennai

Sun 22/2

01:50-12:40

1 stop24h 20m

₹ 72,985

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 6/1

14:50-05:35

2 stops25h 15m

Chennai

Wed 11/2

07:35-18:45

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 73,426

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

20:40-05:35

1 stop43h 25m

Chennai

Sat 14/2

07:35-18:45

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 73,514

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 30/1

19:25-08:45

2 stops47h 50m

Chennai

Sat 7/2

01:50-21:20

2 stops33h 00m

₹ 73,867

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 25/11

19:25-08:45

2 stops47h 50m

Chennai

Fri 5/12

18:00-16:30

2 stops36h 00m

₹ 74,838

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

22:55-00:35

1 stop36h 10m

Chennai

Mon 26/1

02:00-09:30

1 stop21h 00m

₹ 75,544

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

22:55-00:35

1 stop36h 10m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

02:00-21:15

1 stop32h 45m

₹ 75,809

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

12:50-08:45

3 stops54h 25m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

18:00-13:20

3 stops32h 50m

₹ 75,897

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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 ₹ 75,544.

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 ₹ 118,847. 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 ₹ 173,972. 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 ₹ 126,242. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 135,360. 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 ₹ 97,659 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 ₹ 94,254 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 44% 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 October 2025, prices for San Francisco to Chennai flights are approximately 40% 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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  • How far is San Francisco to Chennai by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Chennai is about 13872.7 km. 22h 35m 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?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom ₹ 59,586Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,042 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 66,729Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,388 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 67,283Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,941 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 74,364Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,481 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 84,978Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,658 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 85,267Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,394 reviews
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