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$543+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — MAA
Feb 17 — Feb 241
Tue 2/17
Tue 2/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$933
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$543
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,399
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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 January 18, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 3/206:24 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops33h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/44:35 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops34h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$933
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/208:25 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/53:45 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops39h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$945
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/195:17 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops33h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/24:10 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops35h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$973
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/215:19 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops28h 06m
Etihad Airways
Sat 4/410:15 am
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops41h 18m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,025
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 3/195:19 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops34h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/64:35 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops41h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,033
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:19 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops28h 06m
Etihad Airways
Sat 4/44:35 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops34h 26m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,045
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/208:25 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/33:45 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops35h 21m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,091
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 2/86:06 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops26h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/19:40 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops30h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/17$1,099
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:19 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops28h 06m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/33:45 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops35h 21m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,111
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/191:40 pm
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/23:55 am
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops29h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,157
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/215:19 am
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops28h 06m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/33:45 pm
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops35h 21m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,171
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:08 pm
SAT
-
MAA
2 stops24h 52m
Qatar Airways
Sat 4/44:20 am
MAA
-
SAT
2 stops25h 56m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,229

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Chennai that are best for you.

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Price

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Fri 3/20

6:24 am-2:30 am

2 stops33h 36m

Chennai

Sat 4/4

4:35 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops34h 58m

$933

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Fri 3/27

6:24 am-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 01m

Chennai

Sun 4/26

3:45 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops39h 32m

$933

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Fri 3/20

8:25 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Chennai

Sun 4/5

3:45 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$945

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Thu 2/19

5:17 am-2:30 am

2 stops33h 43m

Chennai

Mon 3/2

4:10 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops35h 49m

$973

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Sat 3/21

5:19 am-7:55 pm

2 stops28h 06m

Chennai

Sun 4/5

3:45 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,025

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Thu 3/19

5:19 am-2:30 am

2 stops34h 41m

Chennai

Mon 4/6

4:35 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops41h 49m

$1,033

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Thu 3/19

5:19 am-7:55 pm

2 stops28h 06m

Chennai

Sat 4/4

4:35 pm-4:31 pm

2 stops34h 26m

$1,045

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Fri 3/20

8:25 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Chennai

Fri 4/3

3:45 pm-4:36 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$1,091

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Thu 3/19

5:19 am-7:55 pm

2 stops28h 06m

Chennai

Fri 4/3

3:45 pm-4:36 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$1,111

San AntonioChennai

SAT - MAA

SATMAA

San Antonio

Mon 3/2

5:17 am-8:10 am

2 stops39h 23m

$543

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Deals found on 1/16

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  • 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.

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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 January 16, 2026.

Booking 3 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 $754). 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.

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 January 18, 2026.
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
3,720 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
3,720 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,720 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
7,731 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,720 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

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.

  • How long is the flight from San Antonio to Chennai?

    Etihad Airways can get you from San Antonio to Chennai in just under 25h. 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 ($886), and Lufthansa ($1,444) offers the cheapest pricing from San Antonio to Chennai. Qatar Airways is priced at 41% 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 $754). 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 January 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$886Average$1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,444Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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