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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai to San Jose? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Jose.£808 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £808, select.
San Jose.£843 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr, returning Sun, 17 May.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £843, select.
San Jose.£901 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £901, select.
San Jose.£956 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £956, select.
San Jose.£1,066 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 11 May, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,066, select.
San Jose.£1,078 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Chennai on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,078, select.
San Jose.£1,138 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 13 May, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,138, select.
San Jose.£1,139 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 13 May, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,139, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to San Jose flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Alternative Chennai to San Jose routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chennai to San Jose? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Jose International

3 miles from central San Jose
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San Jose Reid-Hillview

4 miles from central San Jose
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Oakland Metropolitan Oak

32 miles from central San Jose
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San Francisco International

33 miles from central San Jose
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Concord

46 miles from central San Jose
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Carmel Monterey Peninsula

52 miles from central San Jose
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Sacramento Stockton

53 miles from central San Jose
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Chennai to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£808
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to San Jose: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in San Jose: San Jose International, San Jose Reid-Hillview, Oakland Metropolitan Oak, San Francisco International, Concord, Carmel Monterey Peninsula, and Sacramento Stockton.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to San Jose is £808. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to San Jose. But we found flights with one or more stops from £808.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to San Jose.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to San Jose is usually April.
If you're flying from Chennai Airport, the cheapest airport near San Jose is San Jose International – which is 2.9 miles away from the centre of San Jose. We've found flights into this airport from £808.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to San Jose on Monday, 27 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and San Jose. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Jose, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose.

Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to San Jose: what you need to know

  • San Jose is 12 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located. San Jose follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAA to San Jose flight.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • MAA is around 10 miles from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to San Jose or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

  • When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, 76.04% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to San Jose

  • £414 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to San Jose flight. A return ticket right now is £808. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from MAA to San Jose, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chennai Airport to San Jose throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MAA to San Jose by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chennai Airport to San Jose by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 4 miles away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai Airport to San Jose. Book one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:

  • Pick up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MAA to San Jose.

  • The street address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Best time to go to San Jose

  • Before securing your flights from Chennai Airport to San Jose, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in San Jose offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.

  • Lock in a Chennai Airport to San Jose plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

More about San Jose

  • Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to San Jose, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:

  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Winchester Mystery House are just the start of the big attractions to put on your San Jose itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to San Jose Museum of Art.

Explore more of United States

  • San Jose has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 310 miles south-east of San Jose, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Fresno is another favourite destination in United States and is around 120 miles east of San Jose. No trip is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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