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SFO — MAA
26 Jun — 3 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 27 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 105,895

One-way from

₹ 54,572

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 119,944
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 19/9-23/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 56m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai
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4/8
  • 4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 35m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₹ 992,523 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 455,407 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai (average of ₹ 51,992). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 179,008). 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 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 27 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific. 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,569 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,346 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,725 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,961 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,523 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

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

    Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai will take you 22h 15m. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai is about 13906 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area 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 ₹ 32,998. Singapore Airlines flights start at ₹ 34,565 while deals on Air India start at ₹ 37,199 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai is San Francisco - Chennai. You may also consider San Jose - Chennai or Oakland - Chennai.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai (average of ₹ 51,992). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 179,008). 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Chennai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 27 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 59,514Average₹ 155,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 64,288Average₹ 111,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 69,086Average₹ 139,876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 80,533Average₹ 146,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 92,340Average₹ 168,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 98,276Average₹ 221,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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