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Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco from ₹ 42,187

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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — SFO
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to San Francisco are usually found in October or September, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 9 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 75,156

One-way from

₹ 42,187

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 86,766
Air India
  • Air India
  • 21/1-15/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Chennai to San Francisco
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4/12
  • 4/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 37m total
  • Chennai to San Francisco
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 140,223 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 November 2025.

Thu 11/1221:10MAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/123:35SFO - MAA
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11₹ 75,333
Sun 23/1116:25MAA - SFO
1 stop33h 30mAir India
Mon 1/1222:50SFO - MAA
2 stops43h 00mAir India
Deal found 7/11₹ 75,599
Sun 23/1105:55MAA - SFO
1 stop20h 00mAir India
Mon 1/621:00SFO - MAA
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/11₹ 77,283
Thu 25/1222:30MAA - SFO
2 stops28h 25mAir France
Sat 24/115:40SFO - MAA
2 stops27h 15mAir France
Deal found 8/11₹ 77,372
Thu 11/1221:10MAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
Sun 11/116:30SFO - MAA
2 stops29h 05mAir India
Deal found 7/11₹ 77,460
Fri 26/1207:15MAA - SFO
2 stops44h 45mAir India
Sat 24/116:30SFO - MAA
2 stops26h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/11₹ 77,815
Thu 18/1206:00MAA - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir India
Sun 24/520:30SFO - MAA
1 stop30h 40mAir India
Deal found 8/11₹ 77,992
Mon 8/1218:00MAA - SFO
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/111:25SFO - MAA
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11₹ 78,169
Thu 25/1221:30MAA - SFO
2 stops29h 25mAir France
Mon 26/115:40SFO - MAA
2 stops51h 15mAir France
Deal found 8/11₹ 78,435
Fri 14/1100:15MAA - SFO
2 stops30h 00mIndiGo
Sun 1/213:10SFO - MAA
2 stops33h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 7/11₹ 78,612
Wed 24/1206:00MAA - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir India
Sat 24/116:30SFO - MAA
2 stops29h 05mAir India
Deal found 8/11₹ 78,878
Sat 13/1207:55MAA - SFO
2 stops44h 05mAir India
Mon 29/1216:30SFO - MAA
2 stops25h 20mAir India
Deal found 7/11₹ 79,499

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to San Francisco 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 9 November 2025.
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Chennai

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 29/1

23:25-07:50

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 27/2

09:40-22:10

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 76,928

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 28/1

02:00-09:30

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

11:25-00:35

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 80,030

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 7/12

02:00-21:15

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

11:25-00:35

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 81,005

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 22/1

02:00-21:00

1 stop32h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 25/6

01:05-00:15

1 stop34h 40m

₹ 81,714

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 14/11

02:00-21:15

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

11:25-00:35

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 82,778

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 9/12

20:10-11:50

2 stops29h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 9/1

13:55-06:30

2 stops27h 05m

₹ 83,044

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 2/12

06:15-20:50

2 stops28h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

11:25-00:35

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 83,398

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 22/12

07:35-15:35

2 stops45h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 26/1

17:30-05:35

1 stop22h 35m

₹ 87,652

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 22/12

03:25-12:40

1 stop22h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

15:00-02:20

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 87,741

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 11/12

07:35-15:35

2 stops45h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

20:40-05:35

1 stop43h 25m

₹ 87,741

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chennai to San Francisco is 56 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?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco (average of ₹ 60,887). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 83,664). 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated 9 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Chennai to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,055 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,940 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,404 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to San Francisco. 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 Chennai to San Francisco?

    Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific can get you from Chennai to San Francisco in just under 21h. Your travel time can differ by up to 55m. Chennai and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 13906 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Singapore Airlines, at ₹ 62,228, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chennai to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include IndiGo and Qatar Airways. Singapore Airlines is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco (average of ₹ 60,887). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 83,664). 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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to San Francisco. 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 9 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 62,228Average₹ 102,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 65,319Average₹ 99,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 73,887Average₹ 110,855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 76,819Average₹ 108,961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 78,442Average₹ 88,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 82,446Average₹ 100,727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 85,182Average₹ 97,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 95,342Average₹ 112,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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