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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from ₹ 30,247

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Singapore Airlines Logo
11:30 - 22:00SFO-MAA
22h 00m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:30 - 09:40MAA-SFO
35h 40m1 stop
₹ 54,325Singapore Airlines
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Sun, 21 Sep - Sun, 5 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:30 - 22:00SFO-MAA
22h 00m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
23:15 - 09:40MAA-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
₹ 56,896Singapore Airlines
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Sat, 13 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 - 00:35SFO-MAA
23h 40m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
01:50 - 09:45MAA-SFO
21h 25m1 stop
₹ 70,177Cathay Pacific
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Wed, 12 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
Air India Logo
20:00 - 15:30SFO-MAA
31h 00m2 stops
Air India Logo
06:55 - 17:30MAA-SFO
23h 05m1 stop
₹ 70,434Air India
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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 10 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:20 - 00:15SFO-MAA
35h 25m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
01:30 - 17:30MAA-SFO
28h 30m1 stop
₹ 71,034Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 18 Sep - Fri, 3 Oct
Air India Logo
10:00 - 15:10SFO-MAA
40h 40m1 stop
Air India Logo
01:00 - 07:00MAA-SFO
42h 30m1 stop
₹ 71,805Air India
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Sun, 27 Jul - Mon, 1 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
15:55 - 02:50SFO-MAA
22h 25m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
21:50 - 13:35MAA-SFO
28h 15m1 stop
₹ 77,632Qatar Airways
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Sun, 24 Aug - Wed, 10 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
15:55 - 02:50SFO-MAA
22h 25m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
21:50 - 13:35MAA-SFO
28h 15m1 stop
₹ 78,488Qatar Airways
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Sun, 24 Aug - Wed, 10 Sep
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 02:30SFO-MAA
20h 55m1 stop
Emirates Logo
09:45 - 13:50MAA-SFO
40h 35m1 stop
₹ 84,486Emirates
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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 18 Mar
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 02:30SFO-MAA
20h 55m1 stop
Emirates Logo
09:45 - 12:50MAA-SFO
40h 35m1 stop
₹ 86,200Emirates
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Sun, 19 Oct - Mon, 19 Jan

Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Francisco to Chennai flight tickets
Lufthansa
7 Sept
SFO13:20San Francisco
22h 20m
1 stop
MAA00:10Chennai
29 Sept
MAA01:55Chennai
30h 43m
2 stops
SFO20:08San Francisco
₹ 71,633
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Lufthansa
28 Oct
SFO22:40San Francisco
36h 55m
2 stops
MAA00:05Chennai
7 Nov
MAA01:50Chennai
31h 50m
1 stop
SFO20:10San Francisco
₹ 75,061
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Lufthansa
28 Oct
SFO22:40San Francisco
36h 55m
2 stops
MAA00:05Chennai
7 Nov
MAA01:50Chennai
50h 30m
2 stops
SFO14:50San Francisco
₹ 77,803
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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Qatar Airways
24 Aug
SFO15:55San Francisco
22h 25m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
10 Sept
MAA21:50Chennai
28h 15m
1 stop
SFO13:35San Francisco
₹ 77,632
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Qatar Airways
24 Aug
SFO15:55San Francisco
22h 25m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
10 Sept
MAA21:50Chennai
28h 15m
1 stop
SFO13:35San Francisco
₹ 78,488
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Qatar Airways
12 Oct
SFO15:55San Francisco
22h 25m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
15 Mar
MAA03:45Chennai
22h 10m
1 stop
SFO13:25San Francisco
₹ 79,174
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of April is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around ₹ 74,890.

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 ₹ 115,391. 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 ₹ 168,913. 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 ₹ 122,570. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 131,423. 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 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 98,010 when searching 12 weeks out.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 ₹ 88,685 on momondo.

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

As of June 2025, prices for San Francisco to Chennai flights are approximately 31% 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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Cheap San Francisco to Chennai (SFO to MAA) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

₹ 30,247

Fastest flight time

20h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is ₹ 30,247. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 54,325.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chennai takes 20h 45m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Chennai Airport.
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

  • How far is San Francisco to Chennai by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Chennai is about 13872.7 km. 20h 45m 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.

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

  • 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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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 65,222Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,308 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 65,799Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,914 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom ₹ 66,473Free CancellationRating
7.5
892 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 82,507Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,586 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 83,181Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,266 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 88,555Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,016 reviews
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