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$552+ 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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
jul. 5 — jul. 121
sáb. 7/5
sáb. 7/12
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to California flight deals. Data was last updated junio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$919
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$552
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,144
From Chennai to California
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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 junio 30, 2025.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
mar. 11/41:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
vie. 5/112:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/29$919
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
mié. 9/33:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop40h 30mAir India
jue. 2/1210:15 amSFO - MAA
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Deal found 6/29$920
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/13:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops38h 10mIndiGo
sáb. 8/3012:40 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 6/28$930
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/141:50 amMAA - SFO
2 stops29h 24mMultiple Airlines
dom. 2/11:20 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28$946
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/245:35 amMAA - SAN
2 stops42h 58mBritish Airways
dom. 9/286:15 amSAN - MAA
2 stops32h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/27$987
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/245:35 amMAA - SFO
1 stop44h 45mBritish Airways
dom. 9/286:00 amSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/27$990
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/111:15 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 55mSingapore Airlines
vie. 10/1011:30 amSFO - MAA
1 stop46h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/29$994
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/221:55 amMAA - SFO
2 stops28h 14mAir Canada
mié. 4/158:30 amSFO - MAA
2 stops27h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/29$995
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/291:55 amMAA - SFO
1 stop26h 35mLufthansa
mié. 4/291:45 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop21h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/28$999
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/610:30 amMAA - LAX
1 stop45h 05mSingapore Airlines
vie. 9/128:40 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop48h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/28$1,067
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/151:30 amMAA - LAX
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
jue. 4/212:25 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop23h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/28$1,070
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/3110:30 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops36h 25mIndiGo
lun. 9/11:40 pmLAX - MAA
2 stops33h 50mIndiGo
Deal found 6/28$1,077

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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 junio 30, 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

mar. 11/4

1:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop21h 25m

San Francisco

vie. 5/1

12:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 50m

$919

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 9/3

3:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop40h 30m

San Francisco

jue. 2/12

10:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$920

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

vie. 11/14

1:50 am-5:44 pm

2 stops29h 24m

San Francisco

dom. 2/1

1:20 pm-5:35 am

2 stops26h 45m

$946

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

mié. 9/24

5:35 am-12:03 pm

2 stops42h 58m

San Diego

dom. 9/28

6:15 am-3:30 am

2 stops32h 45m

$987

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 9/24

5:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop44h 45m

San Francisco

dom. 9/28

6:00 am-3:30 am

2 stops33h 00m

$990

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 10/1

11:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

San Francisco

vie. 10/10

11:30 am-10:00 pm

1 stop46h 00m

$994

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 10/22

1:55 am-5:39 pm

2 stops28h 14m

San Francisco

mié. 4/15

8:30 am-12:10 am

2 stops27h 10m

$995

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

lun. 9/29

1:55 am-4:00 pm

1 stop26h 35m

San Francisco

dom. 5/3

1:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 55m

$999

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

sáb. 9/6

10:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop45h 05m

Los Angeles

vie. 9/12

8:40 pm-9:20 am

1 stop48h 10m

$1,067

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

mié. 10/15

1:30 am-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

jue. 4/2

12:25 pm-12:15 am

1 stop23h 20m

$1,070

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $246). Flying from Chennai to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 junio 30, 2025.

When flying from Chennai to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 junio 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,504 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,504 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,504 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,504 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,319 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,504 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,365 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,504 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,504 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

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.

  • 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 ($564), IndiGo ($568), and American Airlines ($570).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Chennai to California are Chennai - San Francisco, Chennai - San Jose and Chennai - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • 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.

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  • 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 $246). Flying from Chennai to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 junio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$731Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$778Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$870Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$889Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$964Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,068Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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