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Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco from $656

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Air India Logo
6:55 am - 7:00 am
MAA
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SFO
36h 35m
2 stops
Air India Logo
10:30 am - 10:20 am
SFO
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MAA
35h 20m
2 stops
$1,156Air India
Wed, Jun 24 - Mon, Aug 10
Emirates Logo
4:05 am - 2:00 pm
MAA
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SFO
22h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
3:40 pm - 2:15 am
SFO
-
MAA
21h 05m
1 stop
$1,157Emirates
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Jan 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 12:50 pm
MAA
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SFO
31h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 8:15 am
SFO
-
MAA
52h 40m
2 stops
$1,158Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Jul 14
Emirates Logo
3:50 am - 12:50 pm
MAA
-
SFO
22h 30m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
4:45 pm - 2:30 am
SFO
-
MAA
21h 15m
1 stop
$1,160Emirates
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Mar 27
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 am - 1:35 pm
MAA
-
SFO
22h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
11:30 am - 2:20 am
SFO
-
MAA
26h 20m
2 stops
$1,162Qatar Airways
Sun, Jun 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Air India Logo
2:00 pm - 7:00 am
MAA
-
SFO
29h 30m
2 stops
Air India Logo
10:30 am - 8:40 am
SFO
-
MAA
33h 40m
2 stops
$1,163Air India
Wed, Jun 24 - Tue, Oct 6
Emirates Logo
10:05 pm - 2:00 pm
MAA
-
SFO
28h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
3:40 pm - 8:15 am
SFO
-
MAA
27h 05m
1 stop
$1,164Emirates
Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Dec 1
Emirates Logo
10:05 pm - 2:00 pm
MAA
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SFO
28h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
3:40 pm - 8:15 am
SFO
-
MAA
27h 05m
1 stop
$1,165Emirates
Thu, Jul 2 - Sat, Nov 7
Air India Logo
6:55 am - 7:00 am
MAA
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SFO
36h 35m
2 stops
Air India Logo
3:25 pm - 4:55 am
SFO
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MAA
25h 00m
2 stops
$1,166Air India
Tue, Jun 23 - Sat, Oct 31
Emirates Logo
4:05 am - 2:00 pm
MAA
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SFO
22h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
3:40 pm - 2:15 am
SFO
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MAA
21h 05m
1 stop
$1,167Emirates
Fri, Jul 3 - Mon, Nov 9

Air India flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best Air India deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
Air India
Jun 24
MAA6:55 amChennai
36h 35m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
Aug 10
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
35h 20m
2 stops
MAA10:20 amChennai
$1,156
Air India
Jun 24
MAA2:00 pmChennai
29h 30m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
Oct 6
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
33h 40m
2 stops
MAA8:40 amChennai
$1,163
Air India
Jun 23
MAA6:55 amChennai
36h 35m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
Oct 31
SFO3:25 pmSan Francisco
25h 00m
2 stops
MAA4:55 amChennai
$1,166

Qatar Airways flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Jun 21
MAA3:55 amChennai
22h 10m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Oct 26
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
26h 20m
2 stops
MAA2:20 amChennai
$1,162
Qatar Airways
Jun 7
MAA4:10 amChennai
41h 50m
2 stops
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
Aug 11
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
22h 15m
1 stop
MAA2:40 amChennai
$1,164
Qatar Airways
Jun 21
MAA3:55 amChennai
22h 10m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Oct 26
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
26h 20m
2 stops
MAA2:20 amChennai
$1,170

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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 May 26, 2026.
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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 6/24

6:55 am-7:00 am

2 stops36h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

10:30 am-10:20 am

2 stops35h 20m

$1,156
Quickest round-trip

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 9/5

4:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 1/22

3:40 pm-2:15 am

1 stop21h 05m

$1,157

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 6/15

6:15 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops31h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

3:05 pm-8:15 am

2 stops52h 40m

$1,158

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 11/20

3:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 3/27

4:45 pm-2:30 am

1 stop21h 15m

$1,160

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 6/21

3:55 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 10/26

11:30 am-2:20 am

2 stops26h 20m

$1,162

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 6/24

2:00 pm-7:00 am

2 stops29h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

10:30 am-8:40 am

2 stops33h 40m

$1,163

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 8/30

10:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 12/1

3:40 pm-8:15 am

1 stop27h 05m

$1,164

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 7/2

10:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 11/7

3:40 pm-8:15 am

1 stop27h 05m

$1,165

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 6/23

6:55 am-7:00 am

2 stops36h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 10/31

3:25 pm-4:55 am

2 stops25h 00m

$1,166

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 7/3

4:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 11/9

3:40 pm-2:15 am

1 stop21h 05m

$1,167

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and San Francisco?

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 $931.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai 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 $1,108 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 $919 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% 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 May 2026, prices for Chennai to San Francisco flights are approximately 30% 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.
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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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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Air IndiaPriceFrom $676Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,961 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $683Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,522 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $893Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,344 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $965Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,005 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $979Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,726 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,047Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,568 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,389Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,629 reviews
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