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

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chennai (SFO-MAA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Singapore Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$316 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SFO to MAA on Sat, May 9), while Singapore Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$630 departing on Sun, Apr 26 and returning on Fri, May 1.

• Which airlines offer flights from San Francisco to Chennai?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from San Francisco to Chennai, including: Cathay Pacific Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Chennai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chennai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Chennai?

  To find best deals on flights from San Francisco to Chennai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, May 9, with one-way flights priced at just US$316.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Singapore Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chennai travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Chennai (MAA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to Chennai is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Chennai on?

  After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Chennai on April 21, 2026 with Singapore Airlines, with prices starting at US$330.

• Which airports can I fly to for Chennai from San Francisco?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chennai, with San Francisco International Airport to Chennai International Airport (SFO-MAA) is by far the most common option on this route: Chennai International Airport (MAA).

• Is there any time difference between San Francisco and Chennai?

  The time difference between Chennai and San Francisco is 13h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from San Francisco to Chennai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.