Are direct flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru always the best option?

Direct flights are usually more convenient as they reduce travel time and the risk of missed connections. However, flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable. It's often a trade-off between convenience and cost, depending on your priorities.

Can flexible travel dates help on San Francisco to Bengaluru flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or traveling during off-peak seasons often have lower fares than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking San Francisco to Bengaluru flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

Flights From San Francisco

To Bengaluru

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Browse current best options from San Francisco. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

San Francisco

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Bengaluru

Prices updated 6 days ago

454 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated Aug 25, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Explore current cheapest deals departing from San Francisco to Bengaluru

2026-08-31 – 2026-09-16
SFO - Bengaluru
75% AI deal score
$1,074
$998
Round trip
2026-09-02 – 2026-09-16
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$863
$998
Round trip
2026-09-03 – 2026-09-16
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$863
$998
Round trip
2026-09-07 – 2026-09-16
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$844
$998
Round trip
2026-09-14 – 2026-10-08
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$792
$998
Round trip
2026-09-15 – 2026-10-08
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$788
$998
Round trip
2026-09-21 – 2026-10-08
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$781
$998
Round trip
2026-09-21 – 2026-09-30
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$800
$999
Round trip
2026-09-21 – 2026-10-01
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$796
$999
Round trip
2026-09-21 – 2026-10-03
SFO - Bengaluru
66% AI deal score
$792
$999
Round trip

San Francisco to Bengaluru: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Most itineraries for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru are not currently available, you can expect to make multiple stops on your journey.

When looking for cheap flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru, fares typically range from $1062 to $1948, with a median price of $1498. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, and approximately 20% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru is often in January, with a median fare of $687. Other affordable months include April, where the median fare is $690, and February, with a median fare of $812. Planning your trip during these months could lead to substantial savings.

A typical journey from San Francisco to Bengaluru takes approximately 49h 10m, including connections. This long-haul route covers a substantial distance of 13,987 km. Given the distance and the typical number of connections, travelers should factor in a significant amount of travel time for this intercontinental journey.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Regular price: $874 - $1,821

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

The regular price range for this route is between $874 and $1821. The current lowest deal is $737 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from Feb 7-Feb 23.

now $737

Low $874

High $1,821

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru is January, with a median price of $687. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2253. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $687

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,253

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Air India Limited

Singapore Airlines

Qatar Airways

Japan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$1,177

$1,042

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Qatar Airways

$1,046

$1,083

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$1,181

$949

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$1,353

$877

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$810

$861

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$874

$861

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$1,433 → $910

36%

6 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 31

$1,181 → $861

27%

20 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 21

$987 → $740

25%

21 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 22

$987 → $740

25%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

San Francisco - Bengaluru route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from SFO to BLR are below the typical level, with 20% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, April, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 49h 10m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from SFO to BLR is 49h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Singapore Airlines has a recent deal for $737

Singapore Airlines has a recent deal from SFO to BLR for $737 via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru are frequent, appearing often.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a great option for flights to Bengaluru, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$820

Bengaluru main airports to arrive at

Bengaluru International (BLR)

Cheapest

Bengaluru International Airport is the primary airport for Bengaluru, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$820

Airports nearby Bengaluru used as alternative

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International is a reliable alternative for long-haul international flights with extensive global and domestic connectivity.

📍 ~350 km from destination city (reachable by high-frequency rail and road links)

💸 Flights from ~$735

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bengaluru

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Bengaluru

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From SFO

Elite

Sep 09

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,458

$4,220

Save $2,238

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 15

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,282

$4,227

Save $2,055

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 07

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,461

$4,227

Save $2,234

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 03

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,443

$4,227

Save $2,216

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 09

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,319

$4,227

Save $2,092

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Dec 23

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,419

$4,227

Save $2,192

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 01

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,498

$4,257

Save $2,241

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 01

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,618

$4,257

Save $2,361

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 07

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,546

$4,257

Save $2,289

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Dec 28

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,483

$4,257

Save $2,226

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 01

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,498

$4,257

Save $2,241

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Sep 23

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,303

$4,257

Save $2,046

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bengaluru

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so monitoring fare trends is a good strategy. Prices can fluctuate based on demand and other factors.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. It's often worth checking if other airports in the region serve your destination.

Related routes

More routes from San Francisco

Flights from San Francisco to Bogotá Flights from San Francisco to Bora Bora Flights from San Francisco to Boston Flights from San Francisco to Brisbane Flights from San Francisco to Brussels Flights from San Francisco to Cairo Flights from San Francisco to Casablanca Flights from San Francisco to Cebu Flights from San Francisco to Christchurch Flights from San Francisco to Kolkata Flights from San Francisco to Mumbai Flights from San Francisco to Nashville

Flights to Bengaluru from other cities

Flights from Adelaide to Bengaluru Flights from Ahmedabad to Bengaluru Flights from Amritsar to Bengaluru Flights from Atlanta to Bengaluru Flights from Calgary to Bengaluru Flights from Edmonton to Bengaluru Flights from Montreal to Bengaluru Flights from Singapore to Bengaluru Flights from Sydney to Bengaluru Flights from Toronto to Bengaluru Flights from Vancouver to Bengaluru Flights from Washington, D.C. to Bengaluru

San Francisco to Bengaluru: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Regular price: $874 - $1,821

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

The regular price range for this route is between $874 and $1821. The current lowest deal is $737 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from Feb 7-Feb 23.

now $737

Low $874

High $1,821

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

January

Cheapest

Flights from $687

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,253

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Air India Limited

Singapore Airlines

Qatar Airways

Japan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$1,177

$1,042

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Qatar Airways

$1,046

$1,083

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$1,181

$949

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$1,353

$877

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$810

$861

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Bengaluru

San Francisco (SFO) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air India Limited

$874

$861

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$1,433 → $910

36%

6 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 31

$1,181 → $861

27%

20 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 21

$987 → $740

25%

21 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 22

$987 → $740

25%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

San Francisco - Bengaluru route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from SFO to BLR are below the typical level, with 20% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, April, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 49h 10m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from SFO to BLR is 49h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Singapore Airlines has a recent deal for $737

Singapore Airlines has a recent deal from SFO to BLR for $737 via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru are frequent, appearing often.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a great option for flights to Bengaluru, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$820

Bengaluru main airports to arrive at

Bengaluru International (BLR)

Cheapest

Bengaluru International Airport is the primary airport for Bengaluru, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$820

Airports nearby Bengaluru used as alternative

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International is a reliable alternative for long-haul international flights with extensive global and domestic connectivity.

Bengaluru, India

93% AI deal score

$6,303

$4,257

Save $2,046

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bengaluru

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Today’s best flight deals from San Francisco to Bengaluru

San Francisco to Bengaluru: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Bengaluru

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Direct flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Bengaluru

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

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

San Francisco - Bengaluru route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Flights typically take 49h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Singapore Airlines has a recent deal for $737

Deals are frequent for this route

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Bengaluru main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bengaluru used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bengaluru

Best Elite deals to Bengaluru

Sep 09

Sep 15

Sep 07

Sep 03

Sep 09

Dec 23

Sep 01

Sep 01

Sep 07

Dec 28

Sep 01

Sep 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bengaluru

How can I find cheap flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru?

When should I book flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru?

Are direct flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on San Francisco to Bengaluru flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking San Francisco to Bengaluru flights?

Related routes

More routes from San Francisco

Flights to Bengaluru from other cities

San Francisco to Bengaluru: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Bengaluru

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Direct flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Bengaluru

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

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

San Francisco - Bengaluru route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Flights typically take 49h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Singapore Airlines has a recent deal for $737

Deals are frequent for this route

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Bengaluru main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bengaluru used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bengaluru

Best Elite deals to Bengaluru

Sep 09

Sep 15

Sep 07

Sep 03

Sep 09

Dec 23

Sep 01

Sep 01

Sep 07

Dec 28

Sep 01

Sep 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bengaluru

How can I find cheap flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru?

When should I book flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru?