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$1,215+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MAA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Chennai

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,549
(British Airways)

One-way from

$1,215
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$823
From Sacramento Intl to Chennai
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:41 amSMF - MAA
2 stops28h 59mLufthansa
Sun 11/91:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops31h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,330
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sun 10/1210:51 amSMF - MAA
2 stops24h 49mLufthansa
Sat 11/81:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops32h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,340
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:05 pmSMF - MAA
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/81:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops32h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,404
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/1411:10 amSMF - MAA
2 stops24h 30mLufthansa
Thu 11/61:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops32h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,424
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/112:31 pmSMF - MAA
2 stops45h 09mLufthansa
Sun 11/91:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops31h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,429
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/2511:52 pmSMF - MAA
2 stops38h 08mQatar Airways
Thu 11/64:05 amMAA - SMF
2 stops30h 56mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,455
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/107:01 amSMF - MAA
2 stops28h 39mLufthansa
Sat 11/81:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops32h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,477
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/257:01 amSMF - MAA
2 stops28h 34mLufthansa
Fri 11/77:50 pmMAA - SMF
3 stops37h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,480
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/1111:59 pmSMF - MAA
2 stops38h 21mQatar Airways
Fri 11/74:05 amMAA - SMF
2 stops56h 43mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,504
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1011:10 amSMF - MAA
2 stops24h 30mLufthansa
Fri 11/71:50 amMAA - SMF
2 stops30h 36mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,520
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1111:10 amSMF - MAA
3 stops33h 15mLufthansa
Sat 11/86:40 amMAA - SMF
3 stops50h 31mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$1,526

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
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

Mon 10/13

11:10 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chennai

Sun 11/9

1:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,330

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/12

10:51 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 49m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

1:50 am-6:56 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$1,330

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

11:10 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chennai

Fri 11/7

1:50 am-6:56 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$1,330

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/12

10:51 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 49m

Chennai

Sun 11/9

1:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,330

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

11:10 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chennai

Sat 11/8

1:50 am-9:00 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,424

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

11:10 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chennai

Sat 11/8

1:50 am-9:00 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,424

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

11:10 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chennai

Fri 11/7

1:50 am-8:47 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$1,424

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/11

2:31 pm-12:10 am

2 stops45h 09m

Chennai

Sun 11/9

1:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,429

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/25

7:01 am-12:05 am

2 stops28h 34m

Chennai

Fri 11/7

7:50 pm-7:41 pm

3 stops37h 21m

$1,480

SacramentoChennai

SMF - MAA

SMFMAA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/10

11:10 am-12:10 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

1:50 am-7:41 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,520

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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 $936). Flying from Sacramento to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Chennai, such as Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chennai?

    Lufthansa can get you from Sacramento to Chennai in just under 24h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 8593 mi between Sacramento and Chennai.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Chennai round-trip?

    Qatar Airways, at $1,310, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Chennai..

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Chennai?

    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 $936). Flying from Sacramento to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,310Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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