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Explore current cheapest deals departing from San Francisco to Chennai

October 1 - October 22

Cheapest

SFO - Chennai

$1,024

$842

Round trip

October 8 - October 15

Cheapest
Best

SFO - Chennai

$1,071

$842

Round trip

October 15 - October 25

Cheapest
Best

SFO - Chennai

$1,065

$842

Round trip

September 15 - September 29

Earliest

SFO - Chennai

$1,007

$843

Round trip

October 1 - October 29

SFO - Chennai

$1,025

$843

Round trip

October 1 - October 12

SFO - Chennai

$1,029

$843

Round trip

October 6 - October 27

SFO - Chennai

$1,048

$845

Round trip

October 6 - October 28

SFO - Chennai

$1,048

$846

Round trip

October 6 - October 20

SFO - Chennai

$1,056

$847

Round trip

October 14 - October 24

Best

SFO - Chennai

$1,065

$848

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Francisco to Chennai

A typical journey from San Francisco to Chennai takes about 44h 10m, including connections. Given the significant distance between these two cities, most itineraries involve multiple stops. This journey time reflects the overall travel experience, accounting for layovers and transfers on connecting flights.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai, prices typically range from $1009–$2132, with a median of $1064. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Only about 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value can be challenging.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Chennai? The most affordable month to fly is typically April, with a median fare of $560. Other relatively inexpensive months include February, with a median fare of $906, and December, where the median fare is $931. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable prices.
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the typical number of connections being 2. This means you should expect your journey to include at least two stops before reaching your final destination.
The route from San Francisco to Chennai covers a substantial distance of 13914 km. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, which typically involves extended flight times and often multiple connections due to the vast geographical separation between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Chennai

Regular price: $906 - $1,735

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

The regular price range for this route is between $906 and $1735. The current lowest deal is $842 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 22.

now $842

Low $906

High $1,735

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Chennai

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chennai is April, with a median price of $560. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2217. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $560

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,217

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Direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Chennai

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Chennai

Cathay Pacific

San Francisco (SFO) - Chennai (MAA)

Cathay Pacific

$1,002

$1,027

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Chennai

Cathay Pacific

San Francisco (SFO) - Chennai (MAA)

Cathay Pacific

$996

$1,030

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Chennai

Cathay Pacific

San Francisco (SFO) - Chennai (MAA)

Cathay Pacific

$1,006

$1,031

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Chennai

Cathay Pacific

San Francisco (SFO) - Chennai (MAA)

Cathay Pacific

$986

$1,031

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Chennai

Cathay Pacific

San Francisco (SFO) - Chennai (MAA)

Cathay Pacific

$996

$1,031

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Chennai

Cathay Pacific

San Francisco (SFO) - Chennai (MAA)

Cathay Pacific

$986

$1,035

One-way

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

21 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 28

$1,316  →  $1,031

22%

28 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 29

$1,302  →  $1,025

21%

7 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 15

$1,071  →  $842

21%

14 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 22

$1,327  →  $1,098

17%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Chennai

San Francisco - Chennai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from SFO to MAA are near the typical level, with a median of $1064.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $560

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chennai, at $560.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 44h 10m

The median flight duration from San Francisco to Chennai is 44h 10m, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

No direct flights are available. Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Cathay Pacific has frequent deals

Cathay Pacific historically offers 33 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals from SFO to MAA are frequent, with over 1 deal per day in the last 30 days.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$842

Chennai main airports to arrive at

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International Airport is a good choice for direct access to Chennai from San Francisco.

📍 ~20 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$842

Airports nearby Chennai used as alternative

Bengaluru International (BLR)

Cheapest

Bengaluru International is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and frequent flight options.

📍 ~200 km from Chennai (requires approximately 5-6 hours of ground travel)

💸 Flights from ~$820

Tirupati (TIR)

Tirupati is the closest alternative airport to Chennai, convenient for domestic connections despite limited international options.

📍 ~110 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$1168

Tiruchirappalli International (TRZ)

Tiruchirappalli International offers significant international connectivity to Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

📍 ~320 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$1179

Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

Rajiv Gandhi International is a massive international hub with diverse airline options, excellent for long-haul flights.

📍 ~500 km from Chennai (usually requires a long train journey or separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$892

Coimbatore International (CJB)

Coimbatore International is a major regional hub with a strong domestic network for flights to South Indian destinations.

📍 ~430 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$1090

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$7,381

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$7,315

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$7,303

$5,763

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chennai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help uncover better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends for your desired route can help you decide when to book.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs when considering this option.