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$600+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — MAA
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Antonio to Chennai are usually found in October or February, 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 August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,177
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$600
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,213
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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 August 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 10/305:30 amSAT - MAA
2 stops41h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 11/179:50 pmMAA - SAT
2 stops37h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/15$1,177
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:29 amSAT - MAA
2 stops34h 51mQatar Airways
Mon 10/69:50 pmMAA - SAT
2 stops34h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/15$1,188
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Wed 10/221:32 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops26h 48mQatar Airways
Sat 3/79:50 pmMAA - SAT
2 stops37h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/15$1,215
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Fri 10/176:39 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops28h 01mQatar Airways
Thu 11/204:05 amMAA - SAT
2 stops26h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/15$1,216
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 10/194:37 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops48h 23mBritish Airways
Thu 11/207:35 amMAA - SAT
2 stops44h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,219
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/166:03 amSAT - MAA
2 stops34h 17mQatar Airways
Sat 11/224:05 amMAA - SAT
2 stops29h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,227
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 10/151:32 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops26h 48mQatar Airways
Wed 11/194:05 amMAA - SAT
2 stops29h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,239
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2311:45 amSAT - MAA
3 stops34h 40mLufthansa
Sat 11/151:50 amMAA - SAT
2 stops32h 07mLufthansa
Deal found 8/15$1,245
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/174:21 pmSAT - MAA
3 stops54h 04mLufthansa
Fri 11/211:50 amMAA - SAT
2 stops31h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 8/15$1,247
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 10/186:40 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops46h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 11/207:35 amMAA - SAT
2 stops26h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/13$1,253
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 10/198:25 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops44h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 11/217:35 amMAA - SAT
2 stops25h 54mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,254
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/186:40 pmSAT - MAA
2 stops28h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 11/224:05 amMAA - SAT
2 stops26h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/14$1,255

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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 August 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

Thu 10/16

6:03 am-2:50 am

2 stops34h 17m

Chennai

Thu 11/20

4:05 am-9:57 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$1,177

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Thu 10/30

6:03 am-9:10 am

2 stops40h 37m

Chennai

Mon 11/17

9:50 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops37h 37m

$1,177

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Mon 9/29

5:29 am-2:50 am

2 stops34h 51m

Chennai

Mon 10/6

9:50 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops34h 28m

$1,188

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Wed 10/22

1:32 pm-9:10 am

2 stops33h 08m

Chennai

Fri 3/6

4:05 am-6:31 pm

2 stops25h 56m

$1,215

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Mon 9/1

2:24 pm-12:55 am

3 stops48h 01m

$600

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-2:50 am

2 stops34h 20m

$737

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Deals found on 8/15

Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from San Antonio with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 August 8, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Chennai (average of $938). Flying from San Antonio 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 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 August 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Antonio to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Antonio to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday mornings 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.

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 August 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
3,609 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

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
3,609 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

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
7,322 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

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.

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

    According to our current data, Qatar Airways ($909), and Lufthansa ($1,388) offers the cheapest pricing from San Antonio to Chennai. Qatar Airways is priced at 36% 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.

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    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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Chennai (average of $938). Flying from San Antonio 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 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$909Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,388Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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