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$1,164+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chennai (MAA)

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SMF — MAA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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$1,164
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September

Average price

$1,654
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1911:52 pmSMF - MAA
2 stops44h 08mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/279:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops40h 34mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,164
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1911:00 amSMF - MAA
2 stops24h 40mLufthansa
Sun 10/261:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops31h 27mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,335
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1811:52 pmSMF - MAA
2 stops44h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/2510:15 amMAA - SMF
2 stops40h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,393
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:46 amSMF - MAA
2 stops38h 04mSingapore Airlines
Mon 10/2711:25 pmMAA - SMF
3 stops33h 52mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,486
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/59:01 amSMF - MAA
2 stops29h 19mQatar Airways
Sun 7/203:55 amMAA - SMF
2 stops31h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,987
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:38 amSMF - MAA
3 stops32h 57mJapan Airlines
Mon 10/2711:10 pmMAA - SMF
3 stops27h 37mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,007
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/711:53 amSMF - MAA
2 stops27h 07mBritish Airways
Fri 7/255:35 amMAA - SMF
2 stops29h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$2,181
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/29:00 amSMF - MAA
2 stops26h 40mAir Canada
Thu 7/241:55 amMAA - SMF
2 stops32h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$2,190
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:03 pmSMF - MAA
3 stops40h 28mANA
Sat 10/251:30 amMAA - SMF
3 stops26h 21mANA
Deal found 6/11$8,606

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Chennai that are best for you.

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SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/19

11:52 pm-8:30 am

2 stops44h 08m

Chennai

Mon 10/27

9:50 am-1:54 pm

2 stops40h 34m

$1,164

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/19

11:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 40m

Chennai

Sun 10/26

1:50 am-8:47 pm

2 stops31h 27m

$1,335

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

11:52 pm-8:30 am

2 stops44h 08m

Chennai

Sat 10/25

10:15 am-1:54 pm

2 stops40h 09m

$1,393

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/19

6:46 am-9:20 am

2 stops38h 04m

Chennai

Mon 10/27

11:25 pm-8:47 pm

3 stops33h 52m

$1,486

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/5

9:01 am-2:50 am

2 stops29h 19m

Chennai

Sun 7/20

3:55 am-10:28 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$1,987

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/19

8:38 am-6:05 am

3 stops32h 57m

Chennai

Mon 10/27

11:10 pm-2:17 pm

3 stops27h 37m

$2,007

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/7

11:53 am-3:30 am

2 stops27h 07m

Chennai

Fri 7/25

5:35 am-10:49 pm

2 stops29h 44m

$2,181

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/2

9:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops26h 40m

Chennai

Thu 7/24

1:55 am-9:49 pm

2 stops32h 24m

$2,190

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/19

7:03 pm-12:01 am

3 stops40h 28m

Chennai

Sat 10/25

1:30 am-3:21 pm

3 stops26h 21m

$8,606

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Chennai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Sacramento to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sacramento to Chennai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Chennai round-trip?

    Etihad Airways, at $1,164, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Singapore Airlines.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Sacramento to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Sacramento to Chennai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Sacramento to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,310Average$2,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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