S$516 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Chennai

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Chennai (SFO-MAA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$516 for one-way flights and S$1,086 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

British Airways
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,086 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,086
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Thu, 5 Mar, priced at S$1,086 found 19 hours ago
British Airways
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,090 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,090
Return
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Mon, 9 Mar, priced at S$1,090 found 1 day ago
United
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,120 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,120
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Thu, 5 Mar, priced at S$1,120 found 19 hours ago
British Airways
Thu, 19 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,182 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,182
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Fri, 6 Mar, priced at S$1,182 found 19 hours ago
Air India
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,211 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,211
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Thu, 5 Mar, priced at S$1,211 found 19 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,227 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,227
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Thu, 5 Mar, priced at S$1,227 found 19 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,275 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,275
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Thu, 5 Mar, priced at S$1,275 found 19 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,303 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,303
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Mon, 9 Mar, priced at S$1,303 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,311 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,311
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Thu, 5 Mar, priced at S$1,311 found 19 hours ago
Emirates
Sun, 25 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
SFO
San Francisco
MAA
Chennai
S$1,388 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,388
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sun, 25 Jan from San Francisco to Chennai, returning Fri, 30 Jan, priced at S$1,388 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$896 - S$1,319 per traveller.
San Francisco to Chennai route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, Air India, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Japan Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines
Return price
S$1,086
Distance
13834 km

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from SFO to Chennai Airport?
Start packing your suitcase, because round-trip journeys from San Francisco Airport to MAA start from S$1,086. That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can increase quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Chennai Airport?
When it comes to cancellation fees, each airline has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to MAA that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to MAA flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Chennai Airport?
With around 13,900 kilometres separating San Francisco and Chennai, your flight will be a long one. Pack wisely to make your journey more comfortable. Things like a spare pair of socks and a quality travel pillow can make the biggest difference.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to MAA?
Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly directly between San Francisco Airport and MAA. You'll need to book a flight with at least one stop.
Are San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to MAA flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally find a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from San Francisco Airport to MAA arising a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.

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