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Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area

MAA — SFO
11 Nov — 18 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 107,647
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (₹ 2,062,265 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 314,158 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area

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

The best time to book flights from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area is 86 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 Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area (average of ₹ 99,930). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 153,175). 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 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
1,623 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,677 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,513 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,719 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,915 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

  • 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 ₹ 35,438. Air India flights start at ₹ 36,516 while deals on Qatar Airways start at ₹ 49,800 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 - Oakland and Chennai - San Jose.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area (average of ₹ 99,930). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 153,175). 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 7 airlines flying from Chennai to San Francisco Bay Area

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 40,284Average₹ 124,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 62,824Average₹ 108,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 77,654Average₹ 97,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 85,990Average₹ 117,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 95,010Average₹ 120,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 101,822Average₹ 119,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 132,436Average₹ 169,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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