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$437+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — SFO
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$855
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$437
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$961
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/129:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop27h 50mAir India
Thu 4/3010:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 25mAir India
Deal found 10/26$863
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/316:15 amMAA - SFO
2 stops28h 05mAir India
Tue 12/304:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 20mAir India
Deal found 10/26$865
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:25 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops38h 55mAir India
Tue 5/59:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Deal found 10/24$866
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/159:35 amMAA - SFO
2 stops24h 45mAir India
Sun 2/19:45 amSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 40mAir India
Deal found 10/25$867
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/121:50 amMAA - SFO
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$868
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 11/139:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop39h 40mAir India
Thu 4/3010:00 amSFO - MAA
1 stop26h 00mAir India
Deal found 10/26$874
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/137:25 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 35mAir India
Tue 3/109:35 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 05mAir India
Deal found 10/25$875
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/319:35 amMAA - SFO
2 stops24h 45mAir India
Mon 12/294:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops36h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/26$876
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/104:25 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop33h 05mAir India
Mon 2/29:45 amSFO - MAA
2 stops43h 15mAir India
Deal found 10/26$882
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/21:50 amMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2511:45 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$883
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1412:15 amMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 00mIndiGo
Sun 2/11:10 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops35h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 10/27$884
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/17:15 amMAA - SFO
2 stops27h 05mAir India
Mon 12/110:50 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 25mAir India
Deal found 10/27$886

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to San Francisco 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 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to San Francisco that are best for you.

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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 2/3

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

9:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop37h 20m

$947

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 2/16

2:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

12:25 pm-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

$947

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 2/8

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

9:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop37h 20m

$947

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 2/17

2:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

10:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop37h 20m

$947

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 1/20

2:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

1:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 05m

$947

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 2/23

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

1:05 am-12:15 am

1 stop34h 40m

$948

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 1/19

2:00 am-9:00 pm

1 stop32h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

$948

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 2/7

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

$968

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 2/7

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

10:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

$968

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 2/6

2:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

$968

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/27

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Compare providers for flights from Chennai to San Francisco

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 Chennai to San Francisco in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice 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 Chennai-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chennai-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chennai-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chennai-San Francisco 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 Chennai-San Francisco 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 Chennai to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chennai to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chennai to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 44 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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco (average of $688). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of $948). 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 MAA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 27, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chennai to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 70% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated October 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific from Chennai to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,388 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,042 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,658 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,941 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,392 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Chennai to San Francisco will take you 32h 45m. The distance between Chennai and San Francisco is about 8641 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $687, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Chennai to San Francisco and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air India and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $757 and $835, respectively. You may be able to fly from Chennai to San Francisco for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chennai to San Francisco?

    Of the flights from Chennai to San Francisco that have layovers, most of them stop in Hong Kong. Singapore sees the next most layovers on Chennai to San Francisco flights. Singapore is followed by Dubai in terms of the most popular layover location for Chennai to San Francisco flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Hong Kong?

    Most Hong Kong visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Fa Yeun Street Market. Those on a layover in Hong Kong interested in visiting Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, or Fa Yeun Street Market can do so by traveling 7.8 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Singapore?

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Geylang Serai New Market. Travelers on a layover in Singapore can visit Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Geylang Serai New Market, by traveling 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 6.9 mi, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Those landing in Singapore looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $102 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab can be accessed by traveling approximately 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Dubai Intl for about $25 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chennai to San Francisco flights?

    Chennai to San Francisco flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Bengaluru. New Delhi sees the next fewest layovers on Chennai to San Francisco flights. Doha sees the third fewest flights with layovers for the Chennai to San Francisco route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco (average of $688). Flying from Chennai to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of $948). 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 7 airlines flying from Chennai to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to San Francisco. 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$687Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$758Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$885Average$1,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$938Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$978Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,068Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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