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Cheap flights from Chennai to San Francisco from $822

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4:20 pm - 5:55 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
38h 05m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Ho Chi Minh City
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11:25 am - 12:35 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
23h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,247Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Feb 27
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3:20 am - 8:30 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
29h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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11:40 pm - 5:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
52h 45m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Bengaluru Intl
$1,247Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Dec 5
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4:20 am - 6:23 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
26h 33m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Los Angeles
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11:50 am - 2:40 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
26h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl
$1,248Qatar Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 27
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3:50 am - 12:50 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
22h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
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5:05 pm - 2:30 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
20h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,250Emirates
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, May 17
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4:05 am - 6:23 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
26h 48m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Los Angeles
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8:47 am - 2:20 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
29h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl
$1,250Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 31
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9:40 pm - 7:00 amMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
45h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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10:00 am - 8:55 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
33h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,250Air India
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Nov 28
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2:00 pm - 7:00 amMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
29h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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11:00 am - 8:55 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
33h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,250Air India
Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Mar 25
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9:50 am - 12:50 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
40h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
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3:40 pm - 8:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
39h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,257Emirates
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:55 am - 3:20 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
25h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:40 pm - 12:10 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
40h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Frankfurt am Main
$1,260Lufthansa
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Apr 2
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1:45 am - 8:10 pmMAA  Chennai-SFO San Francisco
31h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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1:40 pm - 12:10 amSFO  San Francisco-MAA Chennai
22h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,349Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, May 14

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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
Sep 5
MAA11:00 amChennai
32h 30m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
Feb 8
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
29h 25m
2 stops
MAA4:55 amChennai
$1,259
Air India
Sep 5
MAA9:40 pmChennai
45h 50m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
Nov 27
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
47h 10m
2 stops
MAA10:40 pmChennai
$1,272
Air India
Sep 5
MAA11:00 amChennai
32h 30m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
Feb 7
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
33h 25m
2 stops
MAA8:55 amChennai
$1,275

American Airlines flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Our best American Airlines deals on Chennai to San Francisco flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 25
MAA12:50 amChennai
27h 38m
2 stops
SFO3:58 pmSan Francisco
Sep 14
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
MAA11:35 pmChennai
$1,394
American Airlines
Aug 25
MAA12:50 amChennai
27h 38m
2 stops
SFO3:58 pmSan Francisco
Sep 14
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
MAA11:35 pmChennai
$1,396
American Airlines
Aug 24
MAA12:50 amChennai
27h 38m
2 stops
SFO3:58 pmSan Francisco
Feb 2
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
23h 40m
1 stop
MAA12:35 amChennai
$1,399

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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 August 12, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 9/8

4:20 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops38h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 2/27

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

$1,247

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 9/4

3:20 am-8:30 pm

2 stops29h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 12/5

11:40 pm-5:55 pm

3 stops52h 45m

$1,247

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 9/12

4:20 am-6:23 pm

2 stops26h 33m

San Francisco

Sun 9/27

11:50 am-2:40 am

2 stops26h 20m

$1,248
Quickest round-trip

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 12/12

3:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 5/17

5:05 pm-2:30 am

1 stop20h 55m

$1,250

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 10/1

4:05 am-6:23 pm

2 stops26h 48m

San Francisco

Sat 10/31

8:47 am-2:20 am

2 stops29h 03m

$1,250

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 9/5

9:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop45h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 11/28

10:00 am-8:55 am

1 stop33h 25m

$1,250

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 9/25

2:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop29h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 3/25

11:00 am-8:55 am

1 stop33h 25m

$1,250

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 11/2

9:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop40h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 12/9

3:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop39h 00m

$1,257

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 10/15

1:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop25h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 4/2

7:40 pm-12:10 am

2 stops40h 00m

$1,260

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA Chennai - SFO San Francisco

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 12/9

1:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 5/14

1:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 00m

$1,349

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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?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,220 to $1,672.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,247.

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 $1,010.

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 $1,162 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 $961 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% 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 August 2026, prices for Chennai to San Francisco flights are approximately 29% 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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Cheap Chennai to San Francisco (MAA to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

22h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chennai to San Francisco takes 22h 00m
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 22h 00m.

  • 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
2,948 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $687Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,584 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $890Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,451 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $983Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,744 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,047Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,654 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,204Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,182 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,389Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,915 reviews
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