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Cheapest round-trip
$740
Overall average: $960
Air India
Thu 4/23Mon 5/4
SFO - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$373
Typical prices: $522-$910
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/5
SFO - MAA • 1 stop
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SFO's curbside check-in saves time for families.
At MAA, plentiful taxis and Ubers are available.
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Air India
Cheapest • from $740 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 8.2 score
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Mumbai (BOM)
Cheapest • Avg $1,532 (round-trip)
Doha (DOH)
Shortest trip • 22h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Chennai (SFO-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Chennai

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 4
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6:45 pm - 12:30 am
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41h 15m
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9:40 pm - 5:45 pm
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32h 35m
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$740Air India
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Jun 17
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10:00 am - 8:55 am
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8:40 pm - 5:45 pm
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$749Air India
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 31
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$751Air India
Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, May 26
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31h 50m
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6:00 am - 5:45 pm
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24h 15m
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$754Air India
Thu, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 15
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11:45 am - 10:00 pm
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21h 45m
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11:15 pm - 9:50 am
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23h 05m
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$756Singapore Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Sun, Jun 7
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6:45 pm - 12:55 pm
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4:20 pm - 7:00 am
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$757Air India
Fri, Apr 10 - Wed, May 20
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11:00 am - 9:20 am
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33h 50m
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10:30 am - 9:10 am
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$758Singapore Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
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11:45 am - 10:00 pm
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21h 45m
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11:15 pm - 9:50 am
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$760Singapore Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Thu, May 14
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6:45 pm - 7:10 pm
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35h 55m
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6:00 am - 5:45 pm
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24h 15m
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$766Air India
Wed, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 17
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11:55 pm - 12:35 am
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$768Cathay Pacific
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Chennai flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chennai, 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 San Francisco to Chennai is September, where tickets cost $757 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,672 and $1,538 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Chennai, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 5% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Chennai

 
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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

KAYAK's tips to save more on a San Francisco to Chennai flight

When planning a flight from San Francisco to Chennai, there are several strategies that can help you save money. Generally, the cheapest day of the week to fly is Thursday, while the cheapest month is September.

Book Early: Tickets are generally cheaper when booked at least 120 days in advance.

Choose Airline: Cathay Pacific tends to offer the cheapest flights for this route.

Layover Option: Consider flights with layovers as they are typically cheaper than direct flights.

Fly Thursday: Opt for a Thursday departure to get the best rates.

Fly September: September is usually the most affordable month to fly this route.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$373
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 41% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Chennai

  • Are there any nonstop flights between San Francisco and Chennai?

    Unfortunately, you will not find any nonstop flights between these two cities; however, several airlines offer one-stop options. Qatar Airways offers a one-stop flight with a layover at Doha Hamad International (DOH) and Singapore Airlines offers one-stop service with a layover at Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • Is there a good public transportation option to get from downtown San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport?

    Perhaps the quickest option to get from downtown San Francisco to the airport is on the BART Rapid Rail system. This train line has a station on the Departures Level of the International Terminal. The fare to ride the train from downtown San Francisco is around $10.

  • Are there any good choices for hotels that have locations near Chennai Airport?

    A couple of good choices for hotels that have locations near the airport include the Treebo Trend Nestlay Airport and Mount Manor.

  • Are there any rideshare services available at the Chennai Airport?

    The popular rideshare app Uber is available at Chennai Airport. Since there is no designated pick-up location at the airport, check within the app to see where to meet your driver. Ola is another rideshare service. As with Uber, you book your ride and set your pickup location in their app.

  • Are there currency exchange services at Chennai International Airport (MAA)?

    If you’ve just landed at Chennai International Airport (MAA) from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and need to change your dollars into Indian rupees, you’ll have various options to choose from. Most of the services are before the customs in the arrival terminal. Prime Forex, one of the most reputable service providers at MAA is located in Shop No.2, Concourse Level.

  • Are there any services for passengers with limited mobility at MAA upon their arrival?

    Chennai International Airport (MAA) offers services to travelers with mobility limitations as they arrive from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Under its Special Assistance Program, a trained and dedicated staff member will help you access the baggage claim area, leading you through the customs and out through the exit.

  • Where can I rent a car at Chennai International Airport (MAA)?

    Those arriving at Chennai International Airport (MAA) who want to explore the city at their convenience should rent a car. Various car agencies run their services at this facility, including Avis and Hertz. At the arrivals terminal, keep an eye on the sign leading to their counters. Still, it might be best if booked in advance.

  • Is there a prayer room at Chennai International Airport (MAA)?

    For peace and relaxation, or an escape from the noisy terminals to have a private moment with your maker, you’ll find a prayer room at MAA. It’s located airside in the International Arrival Terminal, near gates 15/16.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Chennai was $373 for a one-way ticket and $740 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Chennai?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Chennai?

    San Francisco and Chennai are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Chennai.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Chennai?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Chennai, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from San Francisco?

    Singapore is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Chennai, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Chennai are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $965 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,420 and an overall rating of 8.1.

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

    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 San Francisco to Chennai.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Chennai?

    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 Chennai with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and MAA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Chennai from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Chennai

  • If you are someone that loves to ride a bicycle and would like to travel to the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) by bike, there are five locations to lock your bicycle at the airport. These include the Valet Parking Stand, Courtyard A, Courtyard G, the San Francisco Rental Car Center, and the Westfield Garage. You can park your bicycle for up to 14 days, but if you are going to park it for more than 24h, it needs to be registered with the on-duty personnel located at the bike lock areas.
  • If you are looking for a unique way to travel from Chennai Airport (MAA) to the city center, why not try a rickshaw? Getting from the airport to the center of the city will cost you around INR 252 (USD 3.50). Another good public transportation option to get from Chennai Airport to the city center is the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC), which offers bus route 18A. The fare to ride the bus is around INR 38 (USD 0.50) and you can purchase your ticket directly from the driver.
  • If someone will be driving you to San Francisco International Airport before your flight, the airport recommends that they drop you at the Kiss and Fly area, which is located at the Rental Car Center. From the Rental Car Center, passengers can take the AirTrain's Blue Line to the airport terminal buildings 24h per day.
  • If your kids are going to be making the trip with you, you'll be happy to know that San Francisco International Airport has three different Kids Spots for them to explore while waiting for their flight. The spots have locations at Terminal 3 near Gate F 18, Terminal 2 at gates D7 and D15, and Terminal 3 near Gate E7.
  • If you are looking for a lounge to relax in before your flight, you'll be happy to know that San Francisco International Airport has several different options. These include several United Airlines United Club locations, a Delta Air Lines Delta Sky Club location, an American Airlines Admirals club location, and a British Airways lounge.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) features only one International Terminal, complemented by three domestic terminals (1, 2 and 3) for arrivals and departures. Inter-terminal transfer is made easier by the AirTrain which departs every 5-15min. Furthermore, if you’re fit enough, you can use the walkways to move from one terminal to the next.
  • Multiple carriers run various lounges at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), including American Airlines Admirals Club and The Centurion Lounge. Priority access is to members and holders of registered cards. However, economy class passengers can access the lounges if they agree to pay a day pass, regardless of the airlines they’re flying with.
  • Those who have early morning departures from SFO should plan and sleep in one of the numerous hotels close to the airport. Usually, these facilities offer complimentary shuttles to and from the airport. Consider booking a room at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West or Aloft San Francisco Airport.
  • Families traveling with their kids through SFO will be keen to note that there are lactating and nursing suites at their disposal. Moms can locate them in Terminal 3, near gate E5, from where they can pump and breastfeed in privacy. The rooms feature sinks, seats and power sockets.
  • If you’re looking for an outlet to recharge your wallet before flying out from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Chennai International Airport (MAA), there are various banks that run their ATMs from this facility, including the Bank of America, in the International Terminal Main Hall, Departures Level near Marketplace G.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Chennai

 
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Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1465 reviews
8.0Comfort
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7.8Food
8.6Crew
8.0Entertainment
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I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

8.0 Excellentpuravi, Dec 2025
EWR - SIN
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I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

toilets could be cleaned more frequently, everything else was pretty good.

The flight crew was phenominal! We couldn't have asked for any better. They were experienced professionals.

Wish the underseat compartment don’t have a restriction, can fit a personal item such as backpack fully like most Boeing

I was in a middle seat where I felt a bit too cramped otherwise the trip was good

Crew and service excellent. 2 hour delay for takeoff. SQ app showed flight on time.

Good service and food. For buying items on flight should be preordered as they don’t keep much stock on board.

Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

Crew and service was excellent, but passengers should be offered a welcome drink before take off which did not happen. Food was very good. Unfortunately the lie-flat bed in business class was one of the most uncomfortable I have experienced. The configuration forces you to sleep with your legs at an angle instead of in a straight line, plus there is very little padding on the bed so it wasn't possible to sleep for more than 2-3 hours on an 18 hour flight. For what the airlines charges for a business class ticket their hard product leaves a lot to be desired.

Everything was great except the boarding experience. After the check in, they "packed us" in a small area, very hot there. It would be nice to be aware of this, I'd wait on the outside area

Very good from the beginning to the end. Amazing experience

Chaos at the gate while boarding - no clear signs or announcements

I liked the newer aircraft CRJ-550 since it had WIFI and the seats are more spacious.

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Poor links to cathay meaning it's not possible to check in online or reserve seats. Incorrect information provided by cathay regarding check in and transfer at HKG. Delay in flight required is to be escorted / run to make the connecting flight and no opportunity to use the business lounge. Luggage did not make the connection so we arrived in Manchester with no luggage

Very bad Instead 22 hour it take me more that 35 hour to arrive from Los Angeles to Phuket and they changed my flight in Hong Kong to Shanghai china and in order to get my bag I was forced to vet china visa entrry

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

I didn't have much experience with Cathay Pacific airlines because of delay and missed connections, the bulk of the trip was on Japan Airlines.

Flight delayed first from bad weather, then after boarding there was a problem with the plane. We had to get off and onto another plane...connections were missed and the trip took an additional 10 hours!! Pre-paid seatting was not honored due ro last minute carrier changes. Most of the trip was on Japan Airline.

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

My flight was suppose to be at 7:45pm to fly but it didnt fly out until 8:55 to dallas so then all of my other flights was late and delay ihad to wait at the airport for extra 14 hours to be able to get on a different plane

The flight was just ok, but the vendor made it exceptio ally bard to manage my own reservation and would not give me access. The blocked all of the one time pins to come to their email address which caused me.to go through them eceryrime to get seats see rhe reservation and even get wheelchair access for my sick 71 year old uncle. They only xommunicates via a bot which gave me incorrect info. I thought this was Kayak and not underprivileged. They ruined his trip, did not get him aisle seats and made it impossible to purchase extra leg room. It was a horrible experience. He was taken to hospital on arrival only to find he had blood clots and pnemonia while trying to navigate the airport. This vendor is very irresponsible and the airline could not access his info.

There were delays at boarding and landing. These events resulted in a tight transfer time in HK. Poor signage for transfers. Finally, lost luggage at final destination.

It was good. The planes needed to be updated though, they were dated and the entertainment systems were old. Service was amazing. The pre-booked meals were lacklustre.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

Looks like a local flight. Food was horrible. No entertainment system.

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

Needs lots of improvement starting from crew/staff attitude, cleanliness, better quality food & in flight amenities.

Food was below par Quality and None of the Entertainment systems were Working ..and we were unable to turn it off.. Due to the glare we couldn't even sleep for the entire duration of the flight ..

Horrible flight. No entertainment or WiFi for a 14-hour flight. No explanations either. I’ll never fly Air India again.

Several seats in business class were broken. Some would not recline, others had other problems. They need to really update the seats and AV.

Never can get flight and nof light for three days .finally travel by bus. Very bad experience.

The trip with Air India was better than expected starting with the check-in and the Lounge. The flight was comfortable for a 1 hour flight.

Food not of any international or even Indian standard. We have many cuisine available but only paneer & sundry items. Improve & provide some good indian items. Entertainment website or channel out of order.

First and the foremost I was shocked to see airindia standards have come down so low . The food was horrible . They served us 3 meals for vegetarian and all the was paneer . The orange juice was not at all cold it was smelly . After you take this heavy price air India should learn from other air lines . I at one point felt like throwing up . After all this when we landed we were not given landing slip . We had to wait for 45 min at the immigration just because no one was given landing slip . To top it all we were 3 passengers and had checked in 4 check in luggage . Out of which 3 have not yet arrived . Basically status says the loaded it in our flight ( this was a direct fight ) and it never reached . We are still waiting . There is nothing great to tell about our flight . The he only good thing was the crew were very helpful .

Lay out shows 1st row and second row given after taking payment. It's a fraud

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