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Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco from $490

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Air India Logo
9:40 pm - 12:25 pm
MAA
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SFO
28h 15m1 stop
Air India Logo
2:25 pm - 8:55 am
SFO
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MAA
29h 00m2 stops
$837Air India
Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 15
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11:25 pm - 7:50 am
MAA
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SFO
21h 55m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:20 am
SFO
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MAA
33h 20m1 stop
$838Singapore Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Apr 15
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 7:00 am
MAA
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SFO
28h 10m1 stop
Air India Logo
3:25 pm - 8:55 am
SFO
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MAA
29h 00m1 stop
$843Air India
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 22
Air India Logo
6:00 am - 3:35 pm
MAA
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SFO
22h 05m1 stop
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 10:20 am
SFO
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MAA
35h 50m2 stops
$844Air India
Tue, Mar 31 - Thu, Sep 3
Air India Logo
4:55 pm - 2:30 pm
MAA
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SFO
35h 05m1 stop
Air India Logo
4:30 pm - 3:40 pm
SFO
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MAA
33h 40m1 stop
$845Air India
Tue, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 31
Air India Logo
9:40 pm - 12:25 pm
MAA
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SFO
28h 15m1 stop
Air India Logo
2:25 pm - 8:55 am
SFO
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MAA
29h 00m2 stops
$847Air India
Thu, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 11
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 12:25 pm
MAA
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SFO
33h 35m1 stop
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
SFO
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MAA
46h 30m2 stops
$848Air India
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Apr 15
Air India Logo
12:25 pm - 2:30 pm
MAA
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SFO
39h 35m2 stops
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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MAA
26h 00m2 stops
$849Air India
Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Jun 1
Air India Logo
6:00 am - 12:25 pm
MAA
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SFO
19h 55m1 stop
Air India Logo
2:25 pm - 4:55 am
SFO
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MAA
25h 00m2 stops
$850Air India
Thu, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 14
Air India Logo
3:45 pm - 8:50 pm
MAA
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SFO
42h 35m2 stops
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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MAA
26h 00m2 stops
$854Air India
Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Jun 11

KLM flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best KLM deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
KLM
Mar 31
MAA7:05 pmChennai
29h 10m
2 stops
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
Sep 29
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
26h 55m
2 stops
MAA5:10 amChennai
$919
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KLM
Mar 12
MAA7:05 pmChennai
30h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Sep 6
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
30h 05m
2 stops
MAA8:20 amChennai
$920
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KLM
May 7
MAA5:50 pmChennai
31h 30m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
May 26
SFO8:10 pmSan Francisco
49h 25m
2 stops
MAA10:05 amChennai
$932
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Air India flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best Air India deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
Air India
Feb 8
MAA9:40 pmChennai
28h 15m
1 stop
SFO12:25 pmSan Francisco
Feb 15
SFO2:25 pmSan Francisco
29h 00m
2 stops
MAA8:55 amChennai
$837
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Air India
Mar 6
MAA4:20 pmChennai
28h 10m
1 stop
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
Mar 22
SFO3:25 pmSan Francisco
29h 00m
1 stop
MAA8:55 amChennai
$843
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Air India
Mar 31
MAA6:00 amChennai
22h 05m
1 stop
SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco
Sep 3
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
35h 50m
2 stops
MAA10:20 amChennai
$844
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Customize 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 25, 2025.
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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 2/8

9:40 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop28h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

2:25 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 00m

$837

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 3/3

11:25 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

11:30 am-9:20 am

1 stop33h 20m

$838

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 3/6

4:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop28h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

3:25 pm-8:55 am

1 stop29h 00m

$843

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

10:00 am-10:20 am

2 stops35h 50m

$844

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 1/13

4:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop35h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$845

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 2/5

9:40 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop28h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

2:25 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 00m

$847

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 3/3

4:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

10:00 am-9:00 pm

2 stops46h 30m

$848

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 1/13

12:25 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops39h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 6/1

10:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops26h 00m

$849

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

2:25 pm-4:55 am

2 stops25h 00m

$850

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 2/26

3:45 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops42h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 6/11

10:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops26h 00m

$854

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chennai to San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of October, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $936.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Chennai to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,296. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,351.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,118 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Chennai for as low as $989 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to San Francisco flight.

How have Chennai to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Chennai to San Francisco flights are approximately 34% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chennai to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

21h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chennai to San Francisco takes 21h 50m
There are no direct flights from Chennai to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Chennai to San Francisco.
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  • How far is Chennai to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 8620.1 mi away from Chennai. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 50m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chennai to San Francisco?

Best airlines flying from Chennai to San Francisco

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $687Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,421 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $716Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,957 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $835Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,692 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $885Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,105 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,655 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $989Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,617 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,068Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,444 reviews
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