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$475+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MAA
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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The best prices from San Diego to Chennai are usually found in September or August, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 July 25, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$1,046
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One-way from

$475
(Kiwi.com)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Chennai?

Users have found that flying from San Diego to Chennai on a Wednesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Chennai?

Find a great deal and save up to 10% by booking at least 60 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from San Diego to Chennai within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,190.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Chennai?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Chennai from San Diego average $1,473. You can even find prices in September for less than $1,473, as users have found deals to Chennai from as low as $1,062. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chennai from San Diego. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 34%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to MAA?

When flying from San Diego to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap San Diego to Chennai flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Chennai specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Chennai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/288:40 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops35h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/124:10 amMAA - SAN
2 stops51h 22mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,121
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/249:00 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 8/304:05 amMAA - SAN
2 stops29h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,214
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/306:20 amSAN - MAA
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/307:55 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,285
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2410:00 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/291:50 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,374
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2811:30 amSAN - MAA
3 stops32h 55mLufthansa
Thu 9/129:40 amMAA - SAN
2 stops42h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,447
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:45 amSAN - MAA
2 stops24h 55mLufthansa
Wed 8/285:10 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops34h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,468
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/26:20 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mLufthansa
Tue 8/271:50 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,477
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/249:00 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/3011:25 amMAA - SAN
3 stops43h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,536
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:45 amSAN - MAA
2 stops24h 55mLufthansa
Mon 9/23:25 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops36h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,539

San Diego to Chennai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Chennai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Chennai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/199:30 pmSAN - MAA
Nonstop34h 20mUndisclosed Carrier
Sat 10/269:50 amMAA - SAN
Nonstop26h 39mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 7/24$1,066
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/288:40 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops35h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/124:10 amMAA - SAN
2 stops51h 22mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,121
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/195:55 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/269:50 amMAA - SAN
2 stops34h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,126
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/249:00 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 8/304:05 amMAA - SAN
2 stops29h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,214
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/189:59 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops40h 21mQatar Airways
Sat 10/264:05 amMAA - SAN
2 stops26h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,241
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.
Sat 10/193:25 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops47h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 10/278:45 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops39h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,267
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.
Sat 10/193:25 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops47h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 10/254:20 amMAA - SAN
2 stops39h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,273
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/306:20 amSAN - MAA
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/307:55 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,285
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.
Thu 10/1710:40 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops39h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 10/273:45 amMAA - SAN
2 stops32h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$1,293

San Diego to Chennai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to Chennai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Diego to Chennai should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/306:20 amSAN - MAA
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/307:55 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,285
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:45 amSAN - MAA
2 stops24h 55mLufthansa
Wed 8/285:10 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops34h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,468
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/26:20 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mLufthansa
Fri 8/301:50 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,477
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:45 amSAN - MAA
2 stops24h 55mLufthansa
Mon 9/23:25 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops36h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,539
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:45 amSAN - MAA
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/261:50 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,557
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/306:20 amSAN - MAA
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 9/24:05 amMAA - SAN
2 stops29h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,561
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/26:20 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mLufthansa
Sat 8/311:50 amMAA - SAN
2 stops26h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,580
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/305:15 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops42h 25mLufthansa
Thu 8/291:50 amMAA - SAN
2 stops28h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,601
This Singapore Airlines 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/3011:06 amSAN - MAA
2 stops34h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2811:30 amMAA - SAN
2 stops34h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,643

One-way flights to Chennai from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Diego to Chennai. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Diego to Chennai instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2411:55 amSAN - MAA
3 stops56h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$475
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2311:55 amSAN - MAA
3 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$479
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/242:07 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops31h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$539
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/239:00 amSAN - MAA
2 stops29h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/24$574
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/236:20 amSAN - MAA
Nonstop24h 20mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 7/24$606
This TravelUp 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/238:05 pmSAN - MAA
1 stop42h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,261
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/248:05 pmSAN - MAA
1 stop42h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$3,954

Find flights from San Diego to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

Fly from

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Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,046 - $1,642

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sat 10/19

Nonstop33h 10m

Chennai

Sat 10/26

Nonstop26h 49m

$1,046

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sat 10/19

Nonstop34h 20m

Chennai

Sat 10/26

Nonstop26h 39m

$1,066

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Wed 8/28

2 stops47h 25m

Chennai

Thu 9/12

2 stops51h 22m

$1,121

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sat 10/19

2 stops34h 25m

Chennai

Sat 10/26

2 stops34h 17m

$1,126

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sat 8/24

2 stops29h 20m

Chennai

Fri 8/30

2 stops29h 37m

$1,214

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sat 10/19

2 stops45h 40m

Chennai

Fri 10/25

2 stops31h 40m

$1,294

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sat 10/19

2 stops46h 30m

Chennai

Thu 10/24

3 stops49h 08m

$1,523

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sun 10/20

2 stops27h 15m

Chennai

Sun 10/27

2 stops30h 16m

$1,614

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Sat 10/19

2 stops26h 33m

Chennai

Sat 10/26

1 stop25h 10m

$1,642

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Chennai. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Chennai, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Chennai. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Chennai flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MAA

Temperature

77 - 91.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

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 July 25, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Undisclosed Carrier, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air from San Diego 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.
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,754 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
945 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Qatar Airways
7.6
Good
4,159 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Chennai for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Chennai for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Undisclosed Carrier for just $1,046, but on average you can expect to pay $1,258.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Diego to Chennai for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from San Diego to Chennai under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Diego to Chennai is less than $2,158.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Chennai for under $1,300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to Chennai within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

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

    According to our current data, Undisclosed Carrier ($1,046), Etihad Airways ($1,121), and Qatar Airways ($1,214) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Chennai. Undisclosed Carrier is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Chennai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $930. While the most popular route (San Diego - Chennai) can be booked for $1,121 on average our data indicates $1,107 when flying from San Diego to Chennai.

  • What does SAN to MAA mean?

    San Diego Airport is SAN and Chennai Airport is MAA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Chennai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Chennai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Chennai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Chennai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Chennai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Chennai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Chennai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Chennai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Chennai flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Chennai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Chennai?

    Consider Air Canada, Air France or British Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Diego to Chennai.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chennai (average of $971). Flying from San Diego to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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DeltaCheapest$1,081Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,186Average$1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,189Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,197Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,205Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,314Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$1,534Average$2,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,721Average$2,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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