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Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area from ₹ 49,113

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — SFO
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Mon 29/608:05
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/814:00
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3₹ 80,350
Mon 6/716:20
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops27h 10m
Air India
Thu 1/1010:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 30m
Air India
Deal found 9/3₹ 80,534
Mon 20/420:40
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop31h 25m
Air India
Thu 30/410:30
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop35h 20m
Air India
Deal found 10/3₹ 80,626
Tue 5/521:40
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 50m
Air India
Tue 29/920:45
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop35h 45m
Air India
Deal found 9/3₹ 80,811
Tue 26/521:40
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 50m
Air India
Mon 10/810:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 30m
Air India
Deal found 10/3₹ 81,179
Sat 13/606:00
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops24h 15m
Air India
Mon 5/1010:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 30m
Air India
Deal found 9/3₹ 81,271
Tue 12/522:30
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops55h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/914:00
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3₹ 81,456
Wed 13/518:15
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/814:00
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3₹ 81,548
Thu 21/519:05
MAA
-
SJC
3 stops36h 44m
KLM
Mon 3/810:00
SJC
-
MAA
3 stops31h 35m
KLM
Deal found 7/3₹ 105,966
Fri 13/1107:35
MAA
-
OAK
2 stops29h 54m
British Airways
Tue 17/1107:00
OAK
-
MAA
2 stops33h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 9/3₹ 116,286
Fri 16/1005:35
MAA
-
OAK
2 stops30h 54m
British Airways
Tue 20/1014:38
OAK
-
MAA
2 stops48h 22m
British Airways
Deal found 8/3₹ 116,563
Thu 22/1005:35
MAA
-
SJC
2 stops29h 28m
British Airways
Mon 26/1014:17
SJC
-
MAA
2 stops50h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 8/3₹ 118,037

Find flight deals from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 80,350

One-way from

₹ 49,113

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 109,560
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 29/6-17/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 7/6

06:55-07:00

1 stop36h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 1/12

14:25-10:20

1 stop30h 25m

₹ 85,049

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 15/4

20:40-07:00

1 stop22h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 20/9

10:30-12:55

1 stop37h 55m

₹ 92,237

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 3/4

04:05-22:41

2 stops31h 06m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

08:00-02:25

2 stops29h 55m

₹ 94,172

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 8/4

04:05-01:04

2 stops33h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 29/9

08:00-02:25

2 stops29h 55m

₹ 94,172

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 20/4

17:40-21:25

2 stops40h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 11/10

23:15-13:55

2 stops26h 10m

₹ 105,321

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 21/5

23:45-16:40

2 stops29h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 3/8

18:45-10:20

2 stops27h 05m

₹ 107,809

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 8/4

20:15-10:50

2 stops51h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 25/9

18:45-12:00

2 stops28h 45m

₹ 110,020

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 17/5

22:30-15:45

2 stops29h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 29/5

23:15-21:50

2 stops34h 05m

₹ 111,863

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 30/3

03:55-13:35

1 stop22h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

09:00-02:40

2 stops29h 10m

₹ 112,877

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 5/4

20:15-10:50

2 stops51h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 25/9

18:45-10:20

2 stops27h 05m

₹ 113,706

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area (average of ₹ 62,290). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 86,708). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,202 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,781 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,969 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,472 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco Bay Area from Chennai.

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

    Air India, Etihad Airways, and Virgin Atlantic can get you from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area in just under 31h 06m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 09m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13906 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 32,101. Air India flights start at ₹ 36,857 while deals on IndiGo start at ₹ 43,915 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area are Chennai - San Francisco, Chennai - San Jose and Chennai - Oakland.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area (average of ₹ 62,290). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 86,708). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 60,015Average₹ 96,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 60,235Average₹ 102,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 74,904Average₹ 111,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 80,147Average₹ 90,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 88,196Average₹ 98,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 90,694Average₹ 111,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 90,761Average₹ 119,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 99,604Average₹ 112,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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