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Flights from San Francisco to Chennai
What to know about flights from San Francisco to Chennai?
The distance between San Francisco and Chennai is approximately 13,913.78 km. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The cheapest month to book is August.
Cheapest one-way
$439
Air India
SFO-MAA
47h 15m · 1 stop
Wed, Oct 28
Cheapest round-trip
$841
Singapore Airlines
SFO-MAA
33h 35m · 2 stops
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 3
Recommended airlines
When to travel
April
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
13,913.78 km
Flight distance
How can I find cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai?
Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chennai over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $439 and round-trip from $841. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.
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SFO 10:40 AM33h 35m1 stopMAA 8:45 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Mon, Oct 26 | Singapore Airlines
MAA 9:50 AM35h 30m1 stopSFO 7:50 AMChennai - San Francisco | Tue, Nov 3 | Singapore Airlines
Price detailsDepartureSFO-SINEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletSIN-MAAEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnMAA-SINEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletSIN-SFOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$841 $1,25333% off33% off$1,253 $841 -
SFO 11:00 AM33h 20m1 stopMAA 8:50 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Mon, Oct 26 | Air India
MAA 10:15 PM28h 50m1 stopSFO 1:35 PMChennai - San Francisco | Mon, Nov 2 | Air India
Price detailsDepartureSFO-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnMAA-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-SFOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$862 $1,25331% off31% off$1,253 $862 -
SFO 10:55 AM33h 15m1 stopMAA 8:40 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Wed, Oct 7 | Air India
MAA 9:40 PM21h 50m1 stopSFO 7:00 AMChennai - San Francisco | Tue, Oct 13 | Air India
Price detailsDepartureSFO-DELEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableReturnMAA-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-SFOEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$896 $1,25328% off28% off$1,253 $896
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SFO 10:00 AM33h 20m1 stopMAA 8:50 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Tue, Nov 10 | Air India
MAA 3:45 PM28h 45m1 stopSFO 7:00 AMChennai - San Francisco | Tue, Nov 17 | Air India
Price detailsDepartureSFO-DELEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnMAA-DELEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-SFOEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$89728% off$1,253 $897
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SFO 11:45 AM32h 50m1 stopMAA 9:05 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Thu, Oct 22 | Singapore Airlines
MAA 9:50 AM35h 30m1 stopSFO 8:50 AMChennai - San Francisco | Tue, Oct 27 | Singapore Airlines
Price detailsDepartureSFO-SINEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletSIN-MAAEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnMAA-SINEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletSIN-SFOEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$90028% off$1,253 $900
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SFO 10:00 AM33h 20m1 stopMAA 8:50 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Wed, Nov 18 | Air India
MAA 10:15 PM22h 15m1 stopSFO 7:00 AMChennai - San Francisco | Wed, Nov 25 | Air India
Price detailsDepartureSFO-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnMAA-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-SFOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$91827% off$1,253 $918
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SFO 11:45 AM33h 5m1 stopMAA 9:20 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Mon, Oct 19 | Singapore Airlines
MAA 11:15 PM23h 5m1 stopSFO 9:50 AMChennai - San Francisco | Thu, Oct 22 | Singapore Airlines
Price detailsDepartureSFO-SINEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletSIN-MAAEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnMAA-SINEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletSIN-SFOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$92226% off$1,253 $922
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SFO 10:55 AM39h 45m1 stopMAA 3:10 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Sat, Oct 17 | Air India
MAA 6:55 AM36h 35m1 stopSFO 7:00 AMChennai - San Francisco | Sat, Oct 24 | Air India
Price detailsDepartureSFO-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy class
Included
In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnMAA-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-SFOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$94625% off$1,253 $946
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SFO 11:00 AM33h 20m1 stopMAA 8:50 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Wed, Oct 28 | Air India
MAA 9:50 AM34h 40m1 stopSFO 7:00 AMChennai - San Francisco | Wed, Nov 4 | Air India
Price detailsDepartureSFO-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnMAA-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-SFOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$95024% off$1,253 $950
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SFO 10:55 AM25h 20m1 stopMAA 12:45 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Tue, Oct 6 | Air India
MAA 2:00 PM29h 30m1 stopSFO 7:00 AMChennai - San Francisco | Wed, Oct 14 | Air India
Price detailsDepartureSFO-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-MAAEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnMAA-DELEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletDEL-SFOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$95224% off$1,253 $952
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SFO 1:00 PM17h 25m1 stopMAA 2:00 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
MAA 3:00 PM6hNonstopSFO 4:00 PMChennai - San Francisco | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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SFO 11:00 AM47h 15m1 stopMAA 10:45 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Wed, Oct 28 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$439 $66434% off34% off$664 $439
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SFO 10:00 AM47h 15m1 stopMAA 10:45 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Tue, Nov 10 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$439 $66434% off34% off$664 $439
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SFO 10:00 AM45h 55m1 stopMAA 9:25 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Tue, Nov 24 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$441 $66434% off34% off$664 $441
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SFO 11:00 AM36h 10m1 stopMAA 11:40 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Mon, Oct 26 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$47928% off$664 $479
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SFO 10:00 AM47h 15m1 stopMAA 10:45 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Tue, Dec 1 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$47928% off$664 $479
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SFO 10:00 AM47h 15m1 stopMAA 10:45 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Mon, Nov 9 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$47928% off$664 $479
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SFO 10:00 AM33h 20m1 stopMAA 8:50 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Wed, Nov 25 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$48627% off$664 $486
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SFO 10:00 AM39h 35m1 stopMAA 3:05 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Thu, Nov 12 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$48926% off$664 $489
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SFO 10:55 AM36h 15m1 stopMAA 11:40 AMSan Francisco - Chennai | Sat, Oct 24 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are available$50025% off$664 $500
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SFO 10:00 AM47h 15m1 stopMAA 10:45 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Sun, Nov 8 | Air India
Price detailsSFO-DELEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableDEL-MAAEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$50424% off$664 $504
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SFO 1:00 PM17h 25m1 stopMAA 2:00 PMSan Francisco - Chennai | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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Which airlines are the most popular for San Francisco to Chennai flights?
The most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai are Singapore Airlines, Air India, and Emirates, among 5 carriers on this route. Air India offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Singapore Airlines
Air India
Emirates
Cathay Pacific
Qatar Airways
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from San Francisco to Chennai according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.
Trip.com price insights on flights from San Francisco to Chennai
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Chennai is April, with an average price of $463; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to $980.
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What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chennai?
According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from San Francisco to Chennai are found during February, with an average price of $744. Conversely, the highest prices are found during June, with an average price of up to $1,594.
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When is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Chennai during Columbus Day?
Columbus Day is scheduled for Oct 12. The cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chennai are available on Oct 14, with fares starting at $651.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chennai (SFO-MAA)?
Based on Trip.com data, Air India offers one-way fares as low as $439 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SFO to MAA on Wed, Oct 28), while Singapore Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $841 departing on Mon, Oct 26 and returning on Tue, Nov 3. -
Which airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai?
At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Chennai with the following airlines, including: AirAsia X Berhad Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days. -
When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Chennai?
By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals. -
How can I find the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Chennai?
To find best deals on flights from San Francisco to Chennai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
· Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Oct 28, with one-way flights priced at just $439.
· Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air India.
· Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
· Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
· Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chennai travel is around January.
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When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA) the cheapest?
The cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to Chennai is August, when demand for travel is lower. -
Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Chennai on?
After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Chennai on October 26, 2026 with Singapore Airlines, with prices starting at $841. -
Which airports can I fly into Chennai from San Francisco?
You can arrive at any of the following airports in Chennai: Chennai International Airport (MAA). Flights from San Francisco International Airport to Chennai International Airport (SFO-MAA) are by far the most popular option for this route. -
Is there any time difference between San Francisco and Chennai?
The time difference between Chennai and San Francisco is 13h. -
How do I change or cancel my ticket from San Francisco to Chennai?
Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages. -
What is the average cost of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from San Francisco to Chennai is $998. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability. -
How do I book flights from San Francisco to Chennai on Trip.com?
Enter San Francisco and Chennai, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
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