CA $485 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA)

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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $485 for one-way flights and CA $948 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
Singapore Airlines
Air India
Air India
Air India
Air Canada
Lufthansa
American Airlines

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $1,051 - CA $1,612 per traveller.

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Flight from San Francisco to Chennai (SFO - MAA) route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air India, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Japan Airlines, Lufthansa, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
CA $948
Distance
13834 km

San Francisco to Chennai Flights

The easy way to book your flights from San Francisco to Chennai 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Chennai from San Francisco whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Chennai Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San Francisco to Chennai today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from San Francisco Intl., SFO to Chennai Intl., MAA 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San Francisco to Chennai—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Chennai from San Francisco currently is just CA $948 rising to CA $1,237.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Chennai  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Chennai from San Francisco 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Chennai with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Chennai Airport?
If you're planning on travelling between SFO and MAA, round-trip flights start from CA $948. This figure is based on airfares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't let a good deal slip through your fingers. Book now and save yourself money and time. 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 Airport to Chennai Airport?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your break, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) that have flexible change policies?
Plenty of carriers will allow you to move your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is any additional cost for the new flight. When searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) flights, you'll see a "No change fees" filter for you to pick.
How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
Make the 19 hours and 57 minutes between San Francisco Airport and Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) as comfortable as possible. Pack the essentials, like a neck pillow, your toothbrush and warm clothes, and simply enjoy the flight!
How far is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
With a flight distance of 13,900 kilometres from SFO (SFO) to Chennai Airport (MAA), this is a long journey. Remember to drink lots of water and take a short walk down the aisle every now and then.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to MAA?
You won't find any airlines flying directly between San Francisco Airport and MAA, so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a nice way to break up a trip!
Are San Francisco Airport to Chennai Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to MAA at the last minute could be your ticket to a fantastic deal. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd prefer to err on the side of caution, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back often as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

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