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$454+ 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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
Dec 19 — Dec 261
Fri 12/19
Fri 12/26
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3 stars

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eDreams
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Round-trip from

$855
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$454
(Yatra.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,131
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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 November 19, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2011:45 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/39:50 amLAX - MAA
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$839
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 12/177:55 amMAA - SFO
2 stops44h 05mAir India
Tue 12/302:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/16$860
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 12/137:25 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 35mAir India
Wed 12/314:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 05mAir India
Deal found 11/16$865
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Sun 12/219:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
Tue 2/2410:50 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops43h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/17$866
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/123:45 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops36h 15mAir India
Wed 6/1010:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops28h 45mAir India
Deal found 11/19$875
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:05 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops30h 10mKLM
Mon 2/21:45 pmLAX - MAA
2 stops28h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/19$881
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Thu 12/116:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir India
Tue 2/102:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/18$881
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Sun 12/216:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir India
Wed 2/112:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/17$882
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/47:55 amMAA - SFO
2 stops26h 25mAir India
Sun 5/3110:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops24h 10mAir India
Deal found 11/19$884
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Tue 12/97:25 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/109:40 amSFO - MAA
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$889
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Mon 12/229:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/159:40 amSFO - MAA
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$890
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Thu 12/119:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/109:40 amSFO - MAA
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$891

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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 November 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 3/2

10:30 pm-11:50 am

2 stops26h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

1:45 pm-5:10 am

2 stops26h 55m

$864

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Sun 12/14

7:05 pm-11:45 am

2 stops30h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

1:45 pm-7:50 am

2 stops28h 35m

$881

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 1/29

11:25 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

9:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$899

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 3/16

2:00 am-5:20 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 4/5

12:20 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 25m

$914

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 3/1

2:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

12:20 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 25m

$914

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 12/14

2:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

9:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop37h 20m

$915

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 1/28

7:35 am-10:26 pm

2 stops52h 21m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

10:50 am-5:35 am

2 stops29h 15m

$927

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Tue 2/10

7:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

1:20 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 40m

$927

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Sun 12/14

8:30 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

10:55 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

$928

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 12/11

2:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

$935

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to California

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $687). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 19, 2025.

When flying from Chennai to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 67% versus a flight in the morning.

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 November 19, 2025.
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
3,419 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,061 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,943 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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?

    KLM, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific can get you from Chennai to California in just under 21h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 55m. The distance between Chennai and California is about 8641 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 Air India ($471), KLM ($515), and Qatar Airways ($799).

  • 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 - San Jose.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $687). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 7 airlines flying from Chennai to California

Discover the top 7 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 November 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$687Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$758Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$885Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$938Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$978Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,068Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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