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$446+ 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
dic. 26 — ene. 21
vie. 12/26
vie. 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$846
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$446
(CheapOair)

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 noviembre 26, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
vie. 12/511:40 amMAA - SFO
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/249:40 amSFO - MAA
2 stops58h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$846
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
jue. 12/186:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir India
dom. 1/114:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops26h 45mAir India
Deal found 11/25$847
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
lun. 12/229:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
dom. 2/154:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops26h 45mAir India
Deal found 11/26$848
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
mar. 12/236:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir India
mar. 2/104:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 20mAir India
Deal found 11/26$849
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
mié. 12/246:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir India
mié. 1/144:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 05mAir India
Deal found 11/26$850
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
dom. 12/216:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops34h 00mAir India
sáb. 1/102:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops30h 25mAir India
Deal found 11/25$851
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
sáb. 12/2011:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop38h 55mAir India
vie. 1/94:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 20mAir India
Deal found 11/24$854
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
vie. 12/196:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops34h 00mAir India
sáb. 1/102:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/24$856
This Yatra.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 Yatra.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/19:10 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop37h 10mAir India
lun. 12/84:30 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop39h 30mAir India
Deal found 11/26$861
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
sáb. 12/207:25 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/1011:35 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$862
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
lun. 12/229:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
mar. 2/34:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops29h 50mAir India
Deal found 11/25$863
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
lun. 12/229:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
lun. 1/124:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 20mAir India
Deal found 11/26$865

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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

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

jue. 1/29

10:30 pm-11:45 am

2 stops26h 45m

Los Angeles

jue. 2/26

1:45 pm-8:25 am

2 stops29h 10m

$878

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

dom. 12/14

7:05 pm-11:45 am

2 stops30h 10m

Los Angeles

lun. 2/2

1:45 pm-8:25 am

2 stops29h 10m

$879

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

jue. 1/29

11:25 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

vie. 2/27

9:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$897

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dom. 3/1

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

San Francisco

mar. 5/12

12:20 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 25m

$904

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 1/20

2:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

jue. 7/9

1:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 05m

$908

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

mar. 12/9

7:35 am-3:20 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Los Angeles

lun. 5/18

7:45 am-3:30 am

2 stops31h 15m

$915

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

lun. 12/8

7:35 am-8:25 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/16

9:45 am-3:30 am

2 stops29h 15m

$915

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

mié. 4/15

5:35 am-11:09 pm

2 stops30h 04m

San Diego

mar. 4/28

9:20 am-3:30 am

2 stops29h 40m

$916

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

jue. 4/16

5:35 am-11:09 pm

2 stops30h 04m

San Diego

vie. 5/1

7:00 am-3:30 am

2 stops32h 00m

$916

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

lun. 1/26

7:35 am-11:40 am

2 stops41h 35m

Los Angeles

mar. 2/24

8:05 am-5:35 am

2 stops32h 00m

$925

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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 noviembre 26, 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.

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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 noviembre 26, 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
3,421 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,421 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,421 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,409 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,421 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,068 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,421 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,675 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,421 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
2,947 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,421 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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

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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?

    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 10h 50m. 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 Qatar Airways ($509), Air India ($510), and KLM ($514).

  • 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, 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 noviembre 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$687Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$758Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,198FlexibilityNo 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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