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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from ₹ 57,818

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAA
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 June 2026.

Sat 24/1015:50
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops46h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/303:25
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6₹ 114,588
Thu 29/1016:00
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/303:25
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops26h 57m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6₹ 114,969
Sat 26/915:41
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops46h 29m
Qatar Airways
Fri 16/1003:55
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops27h 18m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6₹ 115,826
Fri 16/1008:40
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops29h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/1104:05
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6₹ 115,922
Sat 22/808:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops29h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/903:55
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6₹ 116,112
Mon 16/1115:40
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop27h 05m
Emirates
Sat 19/1221:45
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 3/6₹ 116,207
Tue 18/810:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops35h 20m
Air India
Thu 10/906:00
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops24h 15m
Air India
Deal found 2/6₹ 116,303
Mon 19/1011:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1103:25
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops28h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6₹ 116,398
Sun 15/1108:35
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 13/1203:25
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops27h 03m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/6₹ 116,493
Fri 30/1012:25
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 26/1102:00
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/6₹ 116,588
Fri 2/1012:23
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 47m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/1103:25
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops27h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6₹ 116,684
Sun 27/900:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1021:25
MAA
-
SFO
3 stops30h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6₹ 116,779

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 June 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 114,588

One-way from

₹ 57,818

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 142,878
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/8-27/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 47m total
  • San Francisco to Chennai
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  • 6/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 20m total
  • San Francisco to Chennai
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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, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 7 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 30/10

11:30-02:20

2 stops26h 20m

Chennai

Tue 23/3

04:05-13:40

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 118,208

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 9/8

08:30-02:40

2 stops29h 40m

Chennai

Fri 11/9

03:55-18:23

2 stops26h 58m

₹ 118,398

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 30/7

15:55-02:40

1 stop22h 15m

Chennai

Sat 22/8

03:55-19:27

2 stops28h 02m

₹ 129,352

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 23/9

11:45-22:00

1 stop21h 45m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

18:00-09:50

2 stops28h 20m

₹ 131,829

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

15:38-02:40

2 stops46h 32m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

03:55-13:35

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 132,114

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 30/7

15:55-02:40

1 stop22h 15m

Chennai

Sun 9/8

03:55-12:52

2 stops45h 27m

₹ 140,401

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 25/10

19:35-12:10

2 stops28h 05m

Chennai

Thu 25/3

21:05-17:30

2 stops32h 55m

₹ 141,830

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 9/7

11:40-02:40

2 stops26h 30m

Chennai

Wed 22/7

03:55-22:55

2 stops31h 30m

₹ 167,167

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

12:27-02:40

2 stops25h 43m

Chennai

Mon 20/7

03:55-17:47

2 stops26h 22m

₹ 175,359

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 20/6

15:37-02:50

2 stops46h 43m

Chennai

Wed 24/6

03:55-13:35

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 190,599

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai?

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Chennai is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai (average of ₹ 75,535). Flying from San Francisco to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 158,023). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Chennai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 7 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from San Francisco to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,577 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,731 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,959 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Chennai in 21h 45m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Chennai is about 13906 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 59,314, Singapore Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Chennai and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and Air India - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 64,072 and ₹ 68,854, respectively. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Chennai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 32,887. Singapore Airlines flights start at ₹ 34,449 while deals on Air India start at ₹ 37,074 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai (average of ₹ 75,535). Flying from San Francisco to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 158,023). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 7 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 59,314Average₹ 132,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 64,072Average₹ 110,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 68,854Average₹ 139,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 80,262Average₹ 145,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 92,030Average₹ 167,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 97,946Average₹ 220,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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