Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Chennai?

Flights from Sacramento to Chennai usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Chennai?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Sacramento to Chennai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 134,607 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 278,341, a difference of ₹ 143,733. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Chennai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Sacramento to Chennai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 100,480 to ₹ 996,199. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Sacramento to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from Sacramento to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 494,274, which is 476% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Sacramento and Chennai?

Chennai is 12 hours ahead of Sacramento (India Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Chennai flight?

Return flights from Sacramento to Chennai range from ₹ 159,408 to ₹ 207,273, with an average of ₹ 180,807 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 159,408 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Chennai?

Etihad Airways (₹ 100,480) offered the cheapest return ticket from Sacramento to Chennai in the last 5 days.

₹ 100,480 CHEAP FLIGHTS from Sacramento to Chennai (SMF - MAA)

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₹ 100,480

Typical prices: ₹ 159,408-₹ 207,273

Etihad Airways

Fri 5/10Fri 19/10

SMF - MAA • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

₹ 417,796

Typical prices: ₹ 74,429-₹ 88,502

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Tue 18/12

SMF - MAA • 3 stops

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April

Cheapest • 26% price drop

June

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Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

23:38 - 02:50SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 42m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:55 - 21:59MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 34m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 100,480Etihad Airways

Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

23:38 - 02:50SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 42m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:55 - 21:59MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 34m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 100,956Etihad Airways

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

22:16 - 08:25SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

45h 39m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

03:55 - 23:55MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

33h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 106,279Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov

22:57 - 02:50SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

39h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:10 - 20:54MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

42h 14m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 106,279Multiple Airlines

Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

22:57 - 08:25SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

44h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:55 - 23:59MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

38h 34m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 106,564Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

22:57 - 20:10SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

32h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:50 - 21:52MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 32m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 113,123Etihad Airways

Fri, 25 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

23:35 - 02:50SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

04:05 - 21:57MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

30h 22m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 115,025Etihad Airways

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

23:35 - 20:10SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

32h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

04:05 - 21:57MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

30h 22m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 122,820Etihad Airways

Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

22:59 - 02:35SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:10 - 20:18MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

41h 38m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 125,481Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct

23:35 - 16:10SMF Sacramento Intl-MAA Chennai

28h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

21:05 - 21:18MAA Chennai-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 43m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 126,147Multiple Airlines

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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sacramento to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from Sacramento to Chennai?

Return flights from Sacramento to Chennai start at ₹ 100,480. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 159,408 to ₹ 207,273. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 100,480 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chennai?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chennai and is 26% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	January
High season	June
Cheapest flight	₹ 417,796

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 54% increase in price.

Flights from Sacramento to Chennai

When to book flights from Sacramento to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Chennai?
Flights from Sacramento to Chennai usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Chennai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Sacramento to Chennai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 134,607 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 278,341, a difference of ₹ 143,733. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Chennai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Sacramento to Chennai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 100,480 to ₹ 996,199. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Sacramento to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Sacramento to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 494,274, which is 476% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Sacramento and Chennai?
Chennai is 12 hours ahead of Sacramento (India Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Chennai flight?
Return flights from Sacramento to Chennai range from ₹ 159,408 to ₹ 207,273, with an average of ₹ 180,807 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 159,408 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ₹ 134,607 – about ₹ 143,733 less than Tuesday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average ₹ 134,607 return in that month – typically ₹ 177,480 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
- Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
- Ridhan Regency
- Hotel Mount Manor

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