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$478+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
Feb 13 — Feb 201
Fri 2/13
Fri 2/20
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$873
(Air India)

One-way from

$478
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,221
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 14, 2026.

This Air India deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air India is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/299:10 pm
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop30h 50m
Air India
Fri 2/273:00 pm
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop32h 25m
Air India
Deal found 1/11$873
This Air India deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air India is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/169:10 pm
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop30h 50m
Air India
Wed 8/510:00 am
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop30h 25m
Air India
Deal found 1/12$876
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/159:10 pm
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops30h 50m
Air India
Thu 9/176:45 pm
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops27h 05m
Air India
Deal found 1/11$879
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/36:00 am
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop19h 55m
Air India
Sun 5/310:00 am
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops38h 25m
Air India
Deal found 1/12$881
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/269:40 pm
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop28h 15m
Air India
Sun 3/153:25 pm
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 00m
Air India
Deal found 1/12$883
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/44:20 pm
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop27h 10m
Air India
Tue 9/226:45 pm
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 40m
Air India
Deal found 1/12$884
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/216:10 pm
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/166:45 pm
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$885
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/239:40 pm
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 50m
Air India
Sun 11/1510:00 am
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops29h 25m
Air India
Deal found 1/14$886
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/319:40 pm
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 50m
Air India
Tue 11/2410:00 am
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 00m
Air India
Deal found 1/13$888
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/271:30 am
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop33h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 11/1211:25 am
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/13$892
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/251:30 am
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop33h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 8/151:40 pm
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop22h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/12$893
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/103:40 am
MAA
-
LAX
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/183:10 pm
LAX
-
MAA
1 stop21h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/13$939

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to California that are best for you.

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Chennai

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 5/25

1:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop33h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

1:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 05m

$905

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 5/3

1:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop33h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

12:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 50m

$931

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 2/3

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

12:20 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 25m

$932

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 1/28

2:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

10:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

$932

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Tue 2/10

3:40 am-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

3:10 pm-2:35 am

1 stop21h 55m

$939

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 1/29

9:10 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop30h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

3:00 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 50m

$939

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Wed 3/4

7:35 am-12:57 am

2 stops30h 52m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

7:00 am-3:30 am

2 stops32h 00m

$941

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Wed 3/4

7:35 am-12:57 am

2 stops30h 52m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

8:55 pm-3:30 am

1 stop42h 05m

$941

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Thu 3/5

7:35 am-6:30 pm

2 stops48h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/6

12:55 am-3:30 am

2 stops38h 05m

$947

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 2/5

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

12:20 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 25m

$952

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $676). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $943). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated January 14, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific from Chennai to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,466 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,466 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,466 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,431 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,466 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,130 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,466 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,466 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,975 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,466 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to California?

    Chennai (MAA), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Chennai to California.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to California?

    Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and Air India can get you from Chennai to California in just under 22h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h. The distance between Chennai and California is about 8966 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to California are Singapore Airlines ($371), Air India ($404), and Qatar Airways ($456).

  • What are the most popular routes from Chennai to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Chennai to California are Chennai - San Francisco, Chennai - Los Angeles and Chennai - Burbank Bob Hope.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $676). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $943). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chennai to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$687Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$715Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$886Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$955Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,065Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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