Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco from $551

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9:55 pm - 11:59 pm
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37h 56m
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$982Etihad Airways
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50h 14m
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37h 56m
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$984Etihad Airways
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4:05 am - 11:59 pm
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32h 24m
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11:59 pm - 8:10 pm
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31h 41m
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$985Etihad Airways
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$986Etihad Airways
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25h 40m
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$988Etihad Airways
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9:55 pm - 11:59 pm
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29h 56m
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$992Etihad Airways
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4:05 am - 11:59 pm
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32h 24m
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8:06 am - 8:25 am
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35h 49m
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$994Etihad Airways
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9:55 pm - 11:59 pm
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9:55 pm - 1:36 am
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$1,006Etihad Airways
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Emirates flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best Emirates deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
Emirates
May 12
MAA4:05 amChennai
22h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
Jul 14
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
MAA2:30 amChennai
$1,024
Emirates
Jun 24
MAA9:50 amChennai
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
Sep 15
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
38h 55m
1 stop
MAA8:30 pmChennai
$1,032
Emirates
Jun 8
MAA10:05 pmChennai
28h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
Jul 13
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
MAA2:30 amChennai
$1,034

Etihad Airways flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
Etihad Airways
May 7
MAA9:55 pmChennai
38h 34m
2 stops
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
Sep 23
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
37h 56m
2 stops
MAA2:25 amChennai
$982
Etihad Airways
May 10
MAA10:15 amChennai
50h 14m
2 stops
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
Oct 20
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
37h 56m
2 stops
MAA2:25 amChennai
$984
Etihad Airways
May 8
MAA4:05 amChennai
32h 24m
2 stops
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
Oct 6
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
31h 41m
2 stops
MAA8:10 pmChennai
$985

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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 abril 8, 2026.
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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dj. 5/7

9:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops38h 34m

San Francisco

dc. 9/23

11:59 pm-2:25 am

2 stops37h 56m

$982

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dg. 5/10

10:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops50h 14m

San Francisco

dt. 10/20

11:59 pm-2:25 am

2 stops37h 56m

$984
Quickest round-trip

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dv. 5/8

4:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 24m

San Francisco

dt. 10/6

11:59 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops31h 41m

$985

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dv. 5/8

4:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 24m

San Francisco

dc. 10/7

11:59 pm-2:25 am

2 stops37h 56m

$986

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dt. 5/12

10:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops50h 14m

San Francisco

dt. 7/14

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$988

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dj. 5/7

9:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops38h 34m

San Francisco

dt. 10/27

8:04 am-2:30 am

2 stops29h 56m

$992

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

ds. 5/9

4:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 24m

San Francisco

dc. 10/7

8:06 am-8:25 am

2 stops35h 49m

$994

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dj. 5/7

9:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops38h 34m

San Francisco

ds. 10/31

8:04 am-2:30 am

2 stops29h 56m

$999

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dc. 5/27

9:55 pm-1:36 am

2 stops40h 11m

San Francisco

dc. 10/7

11:59 pm-2:25 am

2 stops37h 56m

$1,004

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dc. 5/27

9:55 pm-1:36 am

2 stops40h 11m

San Francisco

dc. 10/7

11:59 pm-2:25 am

2 stops37h 56m

$1,006

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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 November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $928.

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 $1,095 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 $938 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 30% 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 April 2026, prices for Chennai to San Francisco flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

21h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chennai to San Francisco takes 21h 45m
There are no direct flights from Chennai to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Chennai to San Francisco.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to San Francisco

  • How far is Chennai to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 8621.0 mi away from Chennai. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 45m.

  • 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco Airport?

  • 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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Air IndiaPriceFrom $678Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,966 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $683Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,490 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $886Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,258 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $965Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,859 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $983Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,729 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,052Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,558 reviews
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