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Flight deals from Chennai to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Francisco.$1,175 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,175, select.
San Francisco.$1,180 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,180, select.
San Francisco.$1,183 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,183, select.
San Francisco.$1,214 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,214, select.
San Francisco.$1,215 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,215, select.
San Francisco.$1,217 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Sun, 27 Jul.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,217, select.
San Francisco.$1,217 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Thu, 29 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,217, select.
San Francisco.$1,228 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,228, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from $1,538
Jun
from $1,430
Jul
from $1,443
Aug
from $1,422
Sep
from $1,214
Oct
from $1,183
Nov
from $1,558
Dec
from $1,823
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Apr
from $1,485

Chennai to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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

Chennai to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,175
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to San Francisco International is $1,175. 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 Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,175.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Chennai to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Francisco International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, 2 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air India offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • San Francisco is 12 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your MAA to SFO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MAA and SFO:

    • Kempegowda International Airport

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $736. A return plane ticket right now is $1,175. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to SFO if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to SFO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to San Francisco in February.

  • When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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