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$1,187+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — MAA
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Antonio to Chennai are usually found in February or August, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) 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 October 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,054
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,215
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sat 10/256:05 amSAT - MAA
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/233:45 pmMAA - SAT
2 stops32h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Thu 10/307:00 amSAT - MAA
2 stops33h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 11/164:05 amMAA - SAT
2 stops29h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/15$1,194
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/308:07 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops36h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/73:45 pmMAA - SAT
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,292
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/3011:25 amSAT - MAA
2 stops27h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 12/63:25 amMAA - SAT
2 stops30h 01mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/16$1,314
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 10/305:27 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops25h 38mBritish Airways
Mon 11/177:35 amMAA - SAT
2 stops43h 31mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/16$1,323
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/173:26 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops46h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/212:00 amMAA - SAT
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,560

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Chennai that are best for you.

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San Antonio

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Chennai

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Depart

Return

Price

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Sat 10/25

6:05 am-8:10 am

2 stops39h 35m

Chennai

Sun 11/23

3:45 pm-1:01 pm

2 stops32h 46m

$1,187

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Sat 1/3

3:19 pm-12:35 am

2 stops45h 46m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

2:00 am-8:49 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$1,188

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Sun 11/30

8:07 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops36h 18m

Chennai

Sun 12/7

3:45 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$1,292

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Sat 1/3

8:19 pm-5:35 am

2 stops45h 46m

Chennai

Tue 2/3

7:35 am-12:18 pm

2 stops40h 13m

$1,307

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Sun 11/30

11:25 am-2:30 am

2 stops27h 35m

Chennai

Sat 12/6

3:25 am-9:56 pm

2 stops30h 01m

$1,314

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Thu 10/30

5:27 pm-5:35 am

2 stops25h 38m

Chennai

Mon 11/17

7:35 am-3:36 pm

2 stops43h 31m

$1,323

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Deals found on 10/15

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Antonio to Chennai in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Antonio-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Antonio-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Antonio-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Chennai. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Antonio to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Chennai (average of $756). Flying from San Antonio to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,403). 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 SAT to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 October 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Antonio to Chennai at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Antonio to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Chennai. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Chennai?

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 October 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways and Lufthansa from San Antonio to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,497 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chennai?

    British Airways can get you from San Antonio to Chennai in just under 45h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between San Antonio and Chennai is about 9491 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Qatar Airways ($908), and Lufthansa ($1,410) offers the cheapest pricing from San Antonio to Chennai. Qatar Airways is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chennai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Chennai (average of $756). Flying from San Antonio to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,403). 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 2 airlines flying from San Antonio to Chennai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,410Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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