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Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco from $485

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Air India Logo
6:00 am - 3:35 pm
MAA
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SFO
22h 05m
1 stop
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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MAA
26h 00m
2 stops
$872Air India
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Jul 21
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9:10 pm - 2:30 pm
MAA
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SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
Air India Logo
3:00 pm - 12:55 pm
SFO
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MAA
32h 25m
1 stop
$873Air India
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 27
Air India Logo
9:10 pm - 2:30 pm
MAA
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SFO
30h 50m
1 stop
Air India Logo
3:00 pm - 12:55 pm
SFO
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MAA
32h 25m
1 stop
$874Air India
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 27
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8:40 pm - 3:35 pm
MAA
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SFO
31h 25m
1 stop
Air India Logo
6:45 pm - 8:55 am
SFO
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MAA
25h 40m
1 stop
$875Air India
Mon, Mar 30 - Sat, Sep 26
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3:45 pm - 2:30 pm
MAA
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SFO
36h 15m
1 stop
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 3:05 pm
SFO
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MAA
40h 35m
1 stop
$876Air India
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Apr 17
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9:40 pm - 7:00 am
MAA
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SFO
22h 50m
1 stop
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 4:55 am
SFO
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MAA
30h 25m
2 stops
$878Air India
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Aug 27
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9:10 pm - 2:30 pm
MAA
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SFO
30h 50m
2 stops
Air India Logo
6:45 pm - 10:20 am
SFO
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MAA
27h 05m
2 stops
$879Air India
Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Sep 15
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11:00 am - 12:25 pm
MAA
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SFO
38h 55m
1 stop
Air India Logo
3:00 pm - 10:20 am
SFO
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MAA
29h 50m
2 stops
$880Air India
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 27
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6:00 pm - 2:30 pm
MAA
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SFO
34h 00m
2 stops
Air India Logo
10:00 am - 4:55 am
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MAA
30h 25m
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$881Air India
Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Sep 16
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6:00 am - 3:35 pm
MAA
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SFO
22h 05m
1 stop
Air India Logo
6:45 pm - 8:55 am
SFO
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MAA
25h 40m
2 stops
$884Air India
Thu, Apr 2 - Sat, Jul 18

Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to San Francisco

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Cathay Pacific
Jun 15
MAA1:30 amChennai
22h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
Jul 1
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
22h 05m
1 stop
MAA12:15 amChennai
$893
Cathay Pacific
Apr 27
MAA1:30 amChennai
33h 40m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
May 9
SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco
22h 50m
1 stop
MAA12:15 amChennai
$894
Cathay Pacific
Feb 25
MAA2:00 amChennai
32h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
May 3
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
35h 25m
1 stop
MAA12:15 amChennai
$896

Air India flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best Air India deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
Air India
Mar 31
MAA6:00 amChennai
22h 05m
1 stop
SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco
Jul 18
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
25h 40m
2 stops
MAA8:55 amChennai
$872
Air India
Jan 29
MAA9:10 pmChennai
30h 50m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
Feb 27
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 25m
1 stop
MAA12:55 pmChennai
$873
Air India
Jan 29
MAA9:10 pmChennai
30h 50m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
Feb 27
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 25m
1 stop
MAA12:55 pmChennai
$874

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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 January 12, 2026.
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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

10:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops26h 00m

$872

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 1/29

9:10 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop30h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

3:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$873

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 1/29

9:10 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop30h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

3:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$874

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 3/30

8:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop31h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

6:45 pm-8:55 am

1 stop25h 40m

$875

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 1/22

3:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

10:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop40h 35m

$876

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 3/2

9:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop22h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

10:00 am-4:55 am

2 stops30h 25m

$878

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 2/15

9:10 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops30h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

6:45 pm-10:20 am

2 stops27h 05m

$879

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 1/29

11:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop38h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

3:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 50m

$880

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 2/16

6:00 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops34h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

10:00 am-4:55 am

2 stops30h 25m

$881

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 4/2

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 7/18

6:45 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 40m

$884

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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.

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 $1,106 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 $965 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 5% 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 January 2026, prices for Chennai to San Francisco flights are approximately 15% 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 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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  • 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 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.

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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
1,431 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $715Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,975 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $835Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,714 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $886Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,130 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $989Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,665 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,065Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,464 reviews
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