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$476+ Cheap flights from India to California

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DEL — LAX
Apr 15 — Apr 221
Wed 4/15
Wed 4/22
1 adult, Economy
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This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:45 am
HYD
-
SFO
2 stops28h 53m
British Airways
Tue 11/105:30 pm
SFO
-
HYD
1 stop22h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 3/12$805
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/279:25 pm
HYD
-
SFO
1 stop22h 05m
Air India
Wed 10/1410:30 am
SFO
-
HYD
2 stops37h 45m
Air India
Deal found 3/11$806
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Tue 9/18:00 pm
HYD
-
SFO
2 stops23h 30m
Air India
Thu 9/1710:30 am
SFO
-
HYD
2 stops25h 20m
Air India
Deal found 3/14$811
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:40 am
HYD
-
SFO
1 stop33h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/301:00 pm
SFO
-
HYD
1 stop24h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$814
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Mon 6/18:00 pm
HYD
-
SFO
2 stops23h 30m
Air India
Wed 9/3010:30 am
SFO
-
HYD
2 stops29h 15m
Air India
Deal found 3/10$816
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/412:45 pm
HYD
-
SFO
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/511:45 am
SFO
-
HYD
1 stop34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$820
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:45 am
HYD
-
SFO
2 stops44h 35m
British Airways
Fri 11/1312:02 pm
SFO
-
HYD
2 stops27h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 3/13$822
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:45 am
HYD
-
SFO
2 stops44h 35m
British Airways
Thu 11/2611:25 am
SFO
-
HYD
2 stops28h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 3/13$823
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/22:40 am
HYD
-
SFO
1 stop21h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/281:00 pm
SFO
-
HYD
1 stop24h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11$824
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 6/22:40 am
HYD
-
SFO
1 stop21h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/301:00 pm
SFO
-
HYD
1 stop24h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/10$825
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/25:30 am
HYD
-
SFO
2 stops24h 45m
Air India
Tue 7/1410:30 am
SFO
-
HYD
1 stop25h 20m
Air India
Deal found 3/11$826
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 5/79:40 pm
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop21h 50m
Air India
Mon 8/1710:30 am
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop35h 20m
Air India
Deal found 3/12$874

Find flight deals from India to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for India to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$805
(British Airways)

One-way from

$476
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,141

Good round-trip deal

$1,005 or less

Good one-way deal

$495 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from India 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 March 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from India to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop24h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

8:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$883

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 5/21

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop24h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

10:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$883

BengaluruSan Francisco

BLR - SFO

BLRSFO

Bengaluru Intl

Wed 5/13

1:15 am-10:40 pm

1 stop33h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

2:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 40m

$910

BengaluruSan Francisco

BLR - SFO

BLRSFO

Bengaluru Intl

Sun 6/7

1:15 am-11:15 pm

1 stop34h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

2:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 40m

$910

New DelhiSan Jose

DEL - SJC

DELSJC

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 5/14

11:35 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops34h 27m

San Jose

Sat 8/15

2:09 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops42h 51m

$924

MumbaiLos Angeles

BOM - LAX

BOMLAX

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 6/3

12:40 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 10/11

7:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop37h 45m

$936

MumbaiLos Angeles

BOM - LAX

BOMLAX

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 6/3

1:40 am-6:20 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 10/9

6:05 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 55m

$946

HyderabadSan Francisco

HYD - SFO

HYDSFO

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Sun 5/31

7:00 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops55h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 11/15

8:40 pm-5:20 am

1 stop43h 10m

$949

MumbaiLos Angeles

BOM - LAX

BOMLAX

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 5/31

1:40 am-6:20 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 9/18

7:00 am-11:40 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$950
Quickest round-trip

MumbaiSan Francisco

BOM - SFO

BOMSFO

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 4/16

4:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

5:05 pm-2:25 am

1 stop20h 50m

$958

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Best time to book a flight from India to California

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from India to California (average of $238). Flying from India to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $836). 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 IN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from India 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 March 16, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from India to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from India to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from India to California. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their India to California flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 March 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from India to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,475 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,475 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,475 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,543 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,475 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,207 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,475 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,475 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,969 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,475 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from India to California?

    A quick flight from India to California can take about 24h 15m. Air India provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $883. India and California are separated by a distance of 8641 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $345. Air India flights start at $356 while deals on Vietnam Airlines start at $359 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from India 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 India to California?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from India to California (average of $238). Flying from India to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $836). 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 10 airlines flying from India to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from India 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 March 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$332Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$364Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$369Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$377Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
IndiGoCheapest$446Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
ANACheapest$602Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$720Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$743Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$744Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$754Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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