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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chennai to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Chennai to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chennai to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chennai to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chennai to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost C$ 1,634 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 2,550 and C$ 2,228 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to San Francisco?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chennai to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chennai to San Francisco, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 54 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

June
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.

When to book flights from Chennai to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Chennai to San Francisco

  • Is there a travel agency at San Francisco Airport?

    Yes, there is a travel agency located at San Francisco Airport – you can find the Airport Travel Agency office in the main hall of the International Terminal building. It offers full travel reservations and insurance options as well as providing notary services and money transfers if required, and is open from 6am to 11pm.

  • Where can I get some local currency at San Francisco Airport?

    Travelex has two foreign currency exchange desks in the International Terminal at San Francisco Airport where you can buy some American dollars. One is located before and one after the security area, and both are open until 11pm Pacific Standard Time (PST). Travelex also operates several ATMs throughout the terminal, along with Bank of America.

  • Where can I find help getting around San Francisco Airport?

    Families with young children may wish to use the services of their own personal airport concierge after their flight from Chennai to San Francisco. Airport Butler offers customized services from the time you arrive at the airport until the time you depart, and can assist with ground transportation arrangements or connecting flight support.

  • How do I get downtown from San Francisco Airport?

    You can ride the BART Train to downtown San Francisco using pre-ordered vouchers that can be redeemed at the SFO Information Booth, or you can pay about $9 (INR 663) per person directly at the airport. App-based rides like Uber and Lyft are popular alternatives to public transportation and there are also taxis and car rental offices if preferred.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chennai to San Francisco?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chennai to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chennai to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chennai to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Chennai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chennai to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Chennai with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chennai to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Chennai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chennai to San Francisco

  • Get a good night’s sleep at a hotel near Chennai International Airport before your long flight from Chennai to San Francisco in the morning. Quality Inn Airport is conveniently situated opposite the airport, or there are several hotels that provide a free shuttle service such as the nearby Trident Chennai.
  • If you decide to drive to the airport and leave your car there, it’s good to know that Chennai Airport has a parking area that can accommodate about 1,500 vehicles on the right side of the main terminal building. It’s a short walk from the terminal and is available for short-term or long-term parking.
  • If you’re planning on travelling to the airport by public transportation you can take Bus 18A from the city; it only stops outside the airport and so you’ll have a bit of a walk to the terminals. Alternatively, you can go to Chennai Park Station and hop on the Southern Railway suburban train to Tirusulam Railway Station, which is located just outside the airport.
  • Passengers who want to smoke before boarding their flight from Chennai to San Francisco should know that there are two designated smoking areas for travellers on international flights. There’s one in the Old International Terminal and another in the New International Terminal, located near the TFS Lounge.
  • Disabled persons or those requiring special assistance for their journey from Chennai Airport to San Francisco should be aware that there are several disabled parking spaces available at the airport. There are also specially designated bathroom facilities and several adapted rest areas to make the airport experience more comfortable.
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