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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from $451

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3:31 pm - 8:10 pm
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MAA
40h 09m
2 stops
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4:05 pm - 7:23 pm
MAA
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SFO
39h 48m
2 stops
$921Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Mon, Jun 1
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3:31 pm - 8:10 pm
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MAA
40h 09m
2 stops
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9:55 pm - 9:23 am
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SFO
47h 58m
2 stops
$922Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Mon, May 25
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7:00 am - 2:50 am
SFO
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MAA
31h 20m
2 stops
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4:05 am - 11:59 pm
MAA
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SFO
32h 24m
2 stops
$924Etihad Airways
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 20
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7:00 am - 8:10 pm
SFO
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MAA
24h 40m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
4:05 am - 8:57 pm
MAA
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SFO
29h 22m
2 stops
$926Etihad Airways
Tue, May 5 - Thu, Jun 11
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5:05 pm - 8:05 am
SFO
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MAA
26h 30m
1 stop
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10:05 pm - 2:00 pm
MAA
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SFO
28h 25m
1 stop
$936Emirates
Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 22
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11:12 am - 3:05 pm
SFO
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MAA
39h 23m
2 stops
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4:05 pm - 11:59 pm
MAA
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SFO
44h 24m
2 stops
$944Etihad Airways
Sat, May 2 - Mon, May 11
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5:05 pm - 8:05 am
SFO
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MAA
26h 30m
1 stop
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9:50 am - 2:00 pm
MAA
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SFO
40h 40m
1 stop
$946Emirates
Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 19
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5:05 pm - 8:30 pm
SFO
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MAA
38h 55m
1 stop
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9:50 am - 2:00 pm
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SFO
40h 40m
1 stop
$947Emirates
Tue, May 5 - Mon, Aug 31
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5:05 pm - 8:05 am
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MAA
26h 30m
1 stop
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4:05 am - 2:00 pm
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22h 25m
1 stop
$948Emirates
Sun, May 10 - Wed, Jun 10
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7:00 am - 8:10 pm
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24h 40m
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4:05 am - 8:57 pm
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29h 22m
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$950Etihad Airways
Thu, May 7 - Fri, Jul 17

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Emirates flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Our best Emirates deals on San Francisco to Chennai flight tickets
Emirates
May 3
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
26h 30m
1 stop
MAA8:05 amChennai
May 22
MAA10:05 pmChennai
28h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$936
Emirates
May 6
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
26h 30m
1 stop
MAA8:05 amChennai
May 19
MAA9:50 amChennai
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$946
Emirates
May 5
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
38h 55m
1 stop
MAA8:30 pmChennai
Aug 31
MAA9:50 amChennai
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$947

Etihad Airways flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on San Francisco to Chennai flight tickets
Etihad Airways
May 5
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
31h 20m
2 stops
MAA2:50 amChennai
May 20
MAA4:05 amChennai
32h 24m
2 stops
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
$924
Etihad Airways
May 5
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
24h 40m
2 stops
MAA8:10 pmChennai
Jun 11
MAA4:05 amChennai
29h 22m
2 stops
SFO8:57 pmSan Francisco
$926
Etihad Airways
May 2
SFO11:12 amSan Francisco
39h 23m
2 stops
MAA3:05 pmChennai
May 11
MAA4:05 pmChennai
44h 24m
2 stops
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
$944

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Chennai 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 April 22, 2026.
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SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

3:31 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops40h 09m

Chennai

Mon 6/1

4:05 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops39h 48m

$921

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

3:31 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops40h 09m

Chennai

Mon 5/25

9:55 pm-9:23 am

2 stops47h 58m

$922

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-2:50 am

2 stops31h 20m

Chennai

Wed 5/20

4:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 24m

$924

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

4:05 am-8:57 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$926

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

5:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop26h 30m

Chennai

Fri 5/22

10:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$936

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

11:12 am-3:05 pm

2 stops39h 23m

Chennai

Mon 5/11

4:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 24m

$944

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

5:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop26h 30m

Chennai

Tue 5/19

9:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop40h 40m

$946

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

5:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop38h 55m

Chennai

Mon 8/31

9:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop40h 40m

$947
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

5:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop26h 30m

Chennai

Wed 6/10

4:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$948

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Chennai

Fri 7/17

4:05 am-8:57 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$950

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $761. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to Chennai during August average around $850.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Chennai flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai 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 Chennai from San Francisco for as low as $987 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Chennai flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on San Francisco to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

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

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

As of April 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chennai flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chennai takes 20h 55m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Chennai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Chennai

  • How far is San Francisco to Chennai by plane?

    San Francisco and Chennai are 8621.0 mi apart from one another. 20h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport refresh daily.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai

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Free Cancellation
Price
Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $634Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,502 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $686Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,283 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $698Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,966 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $810Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,905 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $824Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,924 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $835Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,938 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $935Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,730 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $963Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,560 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $967Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,433 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $1,105Free CancellationRating
6.8
551 reviews
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