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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chennai to San Francisco

September 7 - September 29

Cheapest

MAA - San Francisco

$1,025

$1,032

Round trip

September 8 - September 15

MAA - San Francisco

$1,065

$1,039

Round trip

September 21 - September 30

MAA - San Francisco

$1,057

$1,045

Round trip

September 9 - September 22

MAA - San Francisco

$1,035

$1,045

Round trip

September 14 - September 16

Best

MAA - San Francisco

$1,102

$1,046

Round trip

September 4 - September 18

MAA - San Francisco

$1,026

$1,046

Round trip

September 10 - September 24

MAA - San Francisco

$1,035

$1,046

Round trip

September 1 - September 14

Earliest

MAA - San Francisco

$1,022

$1,046

Round trip

September 10 - September 22

MAA - San Francisco

$1,034

$1,047

Round trip

September 17 - September 28

Best

MAA - San Francisco

$1,046

$1,062

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Chennai to San Francisco

For cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $502. Prices for this route typically range from $1561โ€“$2466, with a median of $1988. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to San Francisco, November offers the lowest median fare at $502. Following closely, February presents a median fare of $744, and April is also a more budget-friendly option with a median fare of $1075. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.
Most itineraries for flights from Chennai to San Francisco connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 4. This indicates that travelers should expect multiple stops on their journey.
A typical journey from Chennai to San Francisco takes approximately 55h 15m, including connections. This duration reflects the nature of long-haul international travel, especially given that most itineraries involve multiple stopovers. Planning for this extended travel time is advisable.
The distance between Chennai and San Francisco is approximately 13914 km. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, underscoring the significant travel time and the need for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Chennai to San Francisco

Regular price: $916 - $1,561

Prices for flights from Chennai to San Francisco are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $916 and $1561. The current lowest deal is $1032 with Air India Limited, for travel from September 7 to September 29, 2026.

now $1,032

Low $916

High $1,561

The cheapest time to fly from Chennai to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Francisco is November, with a median price of $502. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $2911. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $502

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,911

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Direct flights from Chennai to San Francisco

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Last-minute flights going from Chennai to San Francisco

Tue, Aug 18

โŒ› Last-Minute

MAA - San Francisco

Air India Limited

Chennai (MAA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Air India Limited

$1,209

$1,149

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

โŒ› Last-Minute

MAA - San Francisco

Cathay Pacific

Chennai (MAA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Cathay Pacific

$1,191

$1,282

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

โŒ› Last-Minute

MAA - San Francisco

Cathay Pacific

Chennai (MAA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Cathay Pacific

$1,194

$1,282

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

โŒ› Last-Minute

MAA - San Francisco

Air India Limited

Chennai (MAA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Air India Limited

$1,254

$1,140

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

โŒ› Last-Minute

MAA - San Francisco

Cathay Pacific

Chennai (MAA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Cathay Pacific

$1,217

$1,282

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

โŒ› Last-Minute

MAA - San Francisco

Air India Limited

Chennai (MAA) - San Francisco (SFO)

Air India Limited

$1,022

$1,046

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chennai to San Francisco

12 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 29

$1,298ย ย โ†’ย ย $1,122

14%

7 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 31

$1,273ย ย โ†’ย ย $1,106

13%

18 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 27

$1,275ย ย โ†’ย ย $1,135

11%

7 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 24

$1,272ย ย โ†’ย ย $1,155

9%

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Chennai - San Francisco route insights

๐Ÿ’ธ Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Chennai to San Francisco are below the typical level at $1032.

๐Ÿ“… Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $502

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Francisco at $502.

โฑ๏ธ Flight duration

Flights typically take 55h 15m

Flights from Chennai to San Francisco typically take 55h 15m, with 4 stopovers on average.

โœˆ๏ธ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals from Chennai to San Francisco are frequent, with approximately 0.7 deals per day.

๐Ÿ† Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers deals

Air India Limited has offered 48 deals on this route, making it a frequent provider.

๐ŸŽฏ Booking tip

Good prices are rare for this route

Historically, only 5% of deals for this route were considered good prices.

Chennai main airports to depart from

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Chennai to San Francisco.

๐Ÿ“ ~25 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$1032

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a great choice for direct access to San Francisco and the wider Bay Area.

๐Ÿ“ ~20 km from San Francisco city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$1034

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a primary alternative to SFO, offering comparable flight volumes and accessibility.

๐Ÿ“ ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by BART public transit)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$1408

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a major international airport serving the South Bay tech corridor.

๐Ÿ“ ~70 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$1471

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a large-scale airport with a robust domestic route network.

๐Ÿ“ ~125 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$1512

Charles M. Schulzโ€“Sonoma County (STS)

Cheapest

Charles M. Schulzโ€“Sonoma County is highly convenient for travelers in the North Bay and Wine Country.

๐Ÿ“ ~90 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$1392

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers in the southern coastal region with a less crowded terminal.

๐Ÿ“ ~140 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$1856

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

To find potentially cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites can also help identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes result in lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring trends may be beneficial. Last-minute bookings usually carry a higher risk of increased costs.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover alternative flight options. While it may add to travel time, flying into or out of a smaller airport could potentially offer different pricing. Always weigh the cost savings against the convenience.