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      Flight deals from Chennai to San Diego International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,506. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      San Diego.$1,506 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,506, select.
      San Diego.$1,535 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,535, select.
      San Diego.$1,734 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,734, select.
      San Diego.$1,738 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jun, returning Fri, 18 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 18 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,738, select.
      San Diego.$1,766 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May, returning Sat, 22 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 11 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,766, select.
      San Diego.$1,772 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,772, select.
      San Diego.$1,772 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,772, select.
      San Diego.$2,011 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Emirates and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,011, select.
      San Diego.$2,353 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,353, select.
      San Diego.$4,730 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Chennai on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $4,730, select.
      San Diego.$4,816 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $4,816, select.
      San Diego.$9,505 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $9,505, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Diego International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      Chennai to San Diego International: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Chennai to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

      San Diego International

      4km from central San Diego
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      Chennai to San Diego: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$1,506
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Chennai to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to San Diego International is $1,506. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to San Diego International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,506.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to San Diego International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Diego International is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport on Saturday, 17 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and San Diego International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

      Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

      • San Diego is 13 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and follows the UTC-8 timezone.

      • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MAA to SAN flight.

      • During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

      • If you'd love to discover another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between MAA and SAN.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • At the moment, $814 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,506. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

      • To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to SAN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.

      • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

      • Snapping up cheap flights from MAA to SAN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

      • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport.

      Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

      • Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

      • Chennai Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.

      • Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near MAA:

      Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

      • When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to San Diego International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

      • February sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to SAN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

      Explore more of the United States

      • You've visited San Diego, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

      • If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are among the biggest draws.

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