Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
San Francisco – Chennai
Outbound – Oct 23, 2026
1 stop
26h 35m DXB
Return – Nov 3, 2026
1 stop
23h 10m DXB
$998
today
San Francisco – Chennai
Outbound – Oct 22, 2026
1 stop
22h 5m HKG
Return – Nov 3, 2026
1 stop
21h 0m HKG
$1,024
today
San Francisco – Chennai
Outbound – Oct 22, 2026
1 stop
22h 5m HKG
Return – Nov 3, 2026
1 stop
32h 25m HKG
$1,011
today
San Francisco – Chennai
Outbound – Oct 23, 2026
1 stop
21h 0m DXB
Return – Nov 3, 2026
1 stop
23h 10m DXB
$1,053
today
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$1019
Average price of a round trip
$1051
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
29h43
A flight from San Francisco to Chennai takes on average 29h43.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chennai is August.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Chennai
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Chennai (India) from San Francisco (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is December, with an average flight ticket price of $978 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, December and October.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 21 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Qatar Airways. A ticket from the airline Qatar Airways to Chennai costs on average $1025.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from San Francisco to Chennai
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $1019 to $1072
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $1051
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of December
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: September
info departure city :
San Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :
San Francisco is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Francisco, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 20°C.
The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco
destination info :
Chennai, India
airport :
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
local time :
Chennai is in the country India, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chennai, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 29°C, with a minimum of 28°C and a maximum of 31°C.
The city of Chennai has 1 airport(s): Chennai
Useful info about Chennai
What is the least touristic period to go to Chennai?
If you want to visit Chennai during the least touristic period, choose the month of August.
What is the most popular time to travel to Chennai?
In Chennai, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from San Francisco to Chennai?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 21 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai is Tuesday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between San Francisco and Chennai?
When you leave, you can leave from San Francisco, and you will arrive at Chennai.
How to reach San Francisco airport from the city centre?
This information is not available at this time.
Are there other means of transportation to go from San Francisco to Chennai?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between San Francisco and Chennai?
In summer, the average temperature is 30°C in Chennai and 17°C in San Francisco. The average rainfall in summer is 104 mm in Chennai and 2 mm in San Francisco. In summer, it is warmer in Chennai and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in Chennai and it rains more in San Francisco.
