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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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Wed, Nov 5 - Mon, Dec 1
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10:30 pm - 3:40 pmSFO-MAA
27h 40m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 8:30 pmMAA-SFO
40h 00m2 stops
$746Air India
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Fri, Oct 24 - Wed, Nov 5
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10:25 pm - 11:20 amSFO-MAA
24h 25m2 stops
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8:00 am - 6:45 amMAA-SFO
36h 15m1 stop
$747Air India
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Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 6
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11:30 pm - 7:10 pmSFO-MAA
31h 10m2 stops
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4:25 pm - 6:45 amMAA-SFO
27h 50m1 stop
$748Air India
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Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 29
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8:40 pm - 5:35 amSFO-MAA
43h 25m1 stop
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7:35 am - 3:00 pmMAA-SFO
44h 55m1 stop
$764British Airways
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 31
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7:25 pm - 8:45 amSFO-MAA
47h 50m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 4:30 pmMAA-SFO
36h 00m2 stops
$778SWISS
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Mon, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 12
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9:40 pm - 5:35 amSFO-MAA
43h 25m1 stop
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7:35 am - 3:00 pmMAA-SFO
44h 55m1 stop
$789British Airways
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Sun, Apr 5 - Tue, Jun 2
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11:30 am - 9:20 amSFO-MAA
33h 20m1 stop
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11:15 pm - 9:40 amMAA-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
$794Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Dec 10
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9:40 am - 10:10 pmSFO-MAA
23h 00m1 stop
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9:50 am - 7:50 amMAA-SFO
35h 30m1 stop
$796Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 23
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6:51 am - 5:20 amSFO-MAA
33h 59m2 stops
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6:10 pm - 11:44 amMAA-SFO
31h 04m2 stops
$797American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Mar 18
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7:25 pm - 8:45 amSFO-MAA
47h 50m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 5:30 pmMAA-SFO
36h 00m2 stops
$806SWISS
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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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Typical prices: $468-$673
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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.

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Planning a trip from San Francisco to Chennai? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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 $1,647 and $1,617 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 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Chennai

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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SFO offers curbside check-in for United, Delta, and Southwest, which can be a time-saver, especially for families. Remember to tip accordingly.

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At MAA, taxis and Ubers are plentiful. Use the buggy system from arrivals to reach your ride. It's efficient and affordable.

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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.

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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.

This feature is powered by ChatGPT: an OpenAI-developed artificial intelligence model trained with KAYAK proprietary data and third-party data not verified by KAYAK. 

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$385
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 45% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 $385 for a one-way ticket and $746 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?

    The Boeing 777-200LR is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Chennai flight 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, Oman Air or Singapore Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Chennai are Oman Air and Singapore Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,517 and an overall rating of 8.2, Oman Air is the most popular choice. Singapore Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,031 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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EmiratesOverall score based on 3373 reviews
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.3Crew
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I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

6.0 GoodJoy, Jul 2025IAH - DXB
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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!

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Charged for internet that never really worked. The food selection was just ok.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

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

Airline should consider adding a small meal at the last leg of the flight, right now there is 7 hours of no meal break.

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

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 keep up the good work 😁, can't ask for more.

Flight from SFO did not include entertainment as it was not working the entire duration of the flight. Was informed that there would be a $350 voucher for the inconvenience. Uncertain how the voucher will be provided.

Seats in the absolute back row of the plane even though we booked ages ago :( Crew was awesome though

Overall pretty good experience. It would be nice to have caught the attendants even they were flying down the aisle with snacks, and if they could cater to multiple dietary restrictions (bland and no lactose. The customer service chat is a bad experience), but otherwise no complaints.

Boarding at the airport was not well managed. Otherwise, had a good flight sitting in the first row (which I paid for). Crew was pretty friendly, and flight was smooth.

There was a flight attendant named Angela who took care of me because I injured my foot badly right before the flight. Because of the service she provided I will always fly Cathay.

I was only given 2 meals, and my screen showed that there were 3 meals. Second meal was 1-2 hours late according to the screen.

Paid a premium a have a shorter transit time in Hong Kong, but Cathay pacific rebooked me and ended up waiting for 10 hrs in Hong Hong airport.

As before, my only problem was not being able to download my boarding passes prior to arrival at the airport. Everything else was perfect.

They ran out of food and were offering random food to passengers.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

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.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

Economy travel is really hard with no room to move especially when the person sitting beside you is an XL or XXL size person who if moving could hit your face

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

My flight was with American Airlines 120. The flight was delayed 3 hours and I missed my connection. When I arrived in Doha, the AA staff told me to call an 800 number to rebook a different flight, which was unacceptable. Eventually a Qatar Air staff member helped rebook me on a flight to Manila, that was 12 hours later. They offered me a hotel and meal voucher which I declined, because I didn’t want to leave the airport. Long story short, I spent 12 hours in the Doha airport waiting for my next flight.

Overall the experience was neat with crew being nice and caring especially to parent with kids. The free snacks option was okay. The kiosk at Philly airport didn’t work.

Reason for travelling Tampa to Orlando is to fly Qatar Airline. we end up with American Airline. This was the miserable experience I ever had in my entire travel history. Flight attendants were rude. They hit my knee with the food cart and I was holding ice pack for 2 hours. I still have the pain after a week. WE boarded the flight twice because of the temperature inside the plan.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Not sure how we end up with American Airlines instead of Qatar Airways. From Philadelphia to Qatar they boarded us then they asked us to unload. After 30 minutes later they board us again. The inside the plane it was burning hot and we were sweating like crazy. Crew members are absolute rude. The way they served the passengers were horrible. One of the crew members hit my knee with food cart and kept going. I was holding an ice pack for almost 2 hours. I am still with the pain.

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

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. Air India seats used to be very comfortable . with sufficient legroom. In this aircraft there was no legroom. It is a shame that for your profit margins you are trying to pack people like cattle on these long haul flights. The food was terrible. The bread was hard like a rock. Mr CEO of Air India, why don’t you take a flight in economy from India to USA and experience the hardships first hand. It is utter disgrace

Absolutely nothing. Cold and unpleasant airline staff, and to top it all, the entertainment system was broken. Really harrowing experience.

BAD experience. Entertainment system was not working and most of the passengers had this issue. Staff was not helpful. Meal was yuck. Bad old flights.

Communication was terrible. Flight was delayed for 4-5 hours in DC (on the front end, and also after we boarded, we had to get off - some issue with fueling the old plane correctly). There was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Once we reach Delhi airspace, apparently there was weather that caused us not to land - we were actually near the ground, saw the run way, and lifted back up to the sky after being sooo close. Then we circled for about 30 minutes, and they decided to go to Jaipur to land until the weather cleared and to refuel. Again, once we landed in Jaipur (wrong city), there was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Then we heard that the crew was reaching their 24 hours. We sat on the place, on the tarmac for another 3 HOURS, with no food and not enough water for everyone on the flight. Then, they kicked us off the plane with no plan, in the wrong city. We went thru customs, got our bags (thank goodness), and had to ask a bunch of staff what was happening and what to do. Eventually, their soltuion was to bus people back to Delhi (like 6 hours we were told) but not everyone would fit on the bus, and unknown timing on when it would leave. At this point it was 9PM (we were scheduled to arrive in Delhi at 11AM...). My husband and I decided to risk it and take a cab that we had to pay ourselves (about $200 US dollars) to get to Delhi (about 5 hour drive). We both had terrible trips back to the US as well - almost missed connecting flight, forced to pay for carry-on luggage (a small back pack!) and duty-free goods by the Air India staff last minute. Just terrible experience all around. Never again with AI! The ONLY good thing was the air hostesses were kind and patient - example: they made sure people with food allergies got their correct.

It would have been perfect if there was onboard entertainment.

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