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$491+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAA
jul. 30 — ago. 61
mié. 7/30
mié. 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Chennai are usually found in September or April, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated julio 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$894
(Ovago)

One-way from

$497
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,380
From Salinas to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($188 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/201:05 amSFO - MAA
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/259:05 pmMAA - SFO
3 stops35h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$888
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
lun. 8/119:00 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 50mAir India
sáb. 8/234:00 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop38h 00mAir India
Deal found 7/24$890
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mar. 8/263:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 25mQatar Airways
vie. 9/129:50 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/23$896
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/292:00 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops30h 25mLufthansa
mar. 11/41:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop27h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 7/23$916
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
vie. 12/2611:25 amSFO - MAA
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
lun. 1/191:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop21h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/23$931
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
mié. 9/38:30 amSFO - MAA
2 stops27h 10mAir Canada
lun. 9/221:55 amMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 7/23$935

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 julio 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

mié. 8/20

1:05 am-12:15 am

1 stop34h 40m

Chennai

jue. 9/25

9:05 pm-7:51 pm

3 stops35h 16m

$888

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

lun. 8/11

9:00 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Chennai

sáb. 8/23

4:00 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop38h 00m

$890

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

mar. 8/26

3:55 pm-2:50 am

1 stop22h 25m

Chennai

vie. 9/12

9:50 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$896

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

sáb. 8/23

5:40 pm-12:10 am

2 stops42h 00m

Chennai

jue. 9/25

1:55 am-1:40 pm

2 stops48h 15m

$900

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

mar. 8/5

12:05 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 40m

Chennai

jue. 8/28

1:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop22h 30m

$918

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

mié. 8/13

8:30 am-12:10 am

2 stops27h 10m

Chennai

lun. 9/29

1:55 am-7:51 pm

2 stops30h 26m

$919

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

jue. 8/7

1:40 pm-6:15 am

3 stops28h 05m

$491

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

dom. 10/26

10:40 am-8:45 am

1 stop33h 35m

$493

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

vie. 9/12

10:22 am-5:15 am

2 stops30h 23m

$508

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

lun. 10/20

12:40 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$519

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Chennai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Chennai. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Chennai (average of $940). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 julio 25, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Chennai as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Chennai. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 julio 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways from Salinas to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
943 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,787 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from Salinas, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Chennai. There are 0 flights from Salinas to Chennai per day from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Chennai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $506 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $508 and IndiGo from $519 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from Salinas to Chennai is $4,377. On average you can expect to pay $4,887. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Chennai), can usually be booked for $633.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Chennai (average of $940). Flying from Salinas 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 10 airlines flying from Salinas to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 julio 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$691Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$735Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$736Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$809Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$821Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$863Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,101Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IndiGoCheapest$1,174Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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