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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chennai from $389

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10:40 am - 10:10 pm
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MAA
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11:25 pm - 8:50 am
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21h 55m
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$732Singapore Airlines
Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26
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22h 30m
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11:15 pm - 9:10 am
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Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, May 7
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22h 30m
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11:15 pm - 9:10 am
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Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 26
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11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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22h 30m
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11:15 pm - 9:50 am
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23h 05m
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$741Singapore Airlines
Mon, Mar 30 - Thu, Jun 11
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3:00 pm - 12:55 pm
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MAA
32h 25m
2 stops
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7:55 am - 2:30 pm
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44h 05m
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$747Air India
Wed, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 24
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4:30 pm - 8:45 am
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MAA
26h 45m
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9:10 pm - 2:30 pm
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30h 50m
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$753Air India
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
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10:00 am - 7:10 pm
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MAA
44h 40m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 3:35 pm
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22h 05m
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$759Air India
Thu, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 28
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3:25 pm - 9:00 pm
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MAA
41h 05m
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9:50 am - 3:35 pm
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42h 15m
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$760Air India
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$761Singapore Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sat, May 23
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22h 05m
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$762Air India
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Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Singapore Airlines
Mar 23
SFO10:40 amSan Francisco
23h 00m
1 stop
MAA10:10 pmChennai
Mar 26
MAA11:25 pmChennai
21h 55m
1 stop
SFO8:50 amSan Francisco
$732
Singapore Airlines
Apr 20
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
22h 30m
1 stop
MAA10:00 pmChennai
May 7
MAA11:15 pmChennai
22h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:10 amSan Francisco
$737
Singapore Airlines
Apr 27
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
22h 30m
1 stop
MAA10:00 pmChennai
May 26
MAA11:15 pmChennai
22h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:10 amSan Francisco
$738

Air India flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Air India
Feb 18
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 25m
2 stops
MAA12:55 pmChennai
Feb 24
MAA7:55 amChennai
44h 05m
2 stops
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
$747
Air India
Feb 11
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
33h 40m
2 stops
MAA3:40 pmChennai
Feb 23
MAA11:40 amChennai
40h 20m
2 stops
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
$749
Air India
Feb 18
SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco
26h 45m
2 stops
MAA8:45 amChennai
Feb 22
MAA9:10 pmChennai
30h 50m
2 stops
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
$753

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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 February 8, 2026.
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San Francisco

Mon 3/23

10:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Thu 3/26

11:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$732

San FranciscoChennai

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SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

11:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Thu 5/7

11:15 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 25m

$737

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

11:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Tue 5/26

11:15 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 25m

$738

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 3/30

11:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

11:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop23h 05m

$741

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

3:00 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops32h 25m

Chennai

Tue 2/24

7:55 am-2:30 pm

2 stops44h 05m

$747

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

4:30 pm-8:45 am

2 stops26h 45m

Chennai

Sun 2/22

9:10 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$753

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 4/23

10:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops44h 40m

Chennai

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$759

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

3:25 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Chennai

Mon 4/6

9:50 am-3:35 pm

1 stop42h 15m

$760

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

11:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop33h 35m

Chennai

Sat 5/23

10:30 am-9:10 am

1 stop35h 10m

$761

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

4:30 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Chennai

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$762

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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 $757. 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 $855.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Chennai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,086 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 $1,004 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 19% 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 February 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chennai flights are approximately 16% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Chennai 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

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chennai takes 21h 45m
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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  • How far is San Francisco to Chennai by plane?

    San Francisco and Chennai are 8620.1 mi apart from one another. 21h 45m 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.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chennai

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $664Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,451 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $675Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,159 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $712Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,966 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $796Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,867 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $810Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,720 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $833Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,773 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $898Free CancellationRating
6.8
530 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $930Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,729 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,006Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,509 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,213Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,387 reviews
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