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$333+ Cheap flights from California to Chennai (MAA)

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Chennai

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

Round-trip from

$801
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$333
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,373

Good round-trip deal

$4,649 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from California to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2411:55 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop44h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 10/1111:15 pmMAA - LAX
1 stop35h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/30$801
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1810:20 amLAX - MAA
2 stops30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/225:50 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops32h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$807
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/29:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Thu 9/116:55 amMAA - SFO
1 stop23h 05mAir India
Deal found 7/30$820
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/912:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop21h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 10/611:15 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/30$821
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/191:05 amSFO - MAA
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/94:00 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$823
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 10/1612:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/101:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop21h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/30$832
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:10 amLAS - MAA
2 stops27h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/2311:15 pmMAA - LAS
2 stops32h 13mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/28$835
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 9/151:20 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 20mLufthansa
Wed 10/11:55 amMAA - SFO
1 stop23h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$850
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/301:25 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2012:45 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$864
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/133:48 pmLAS - MAA
2 stops42h 52mAir India
Sat 9/2011:45 amMAA - LAS
2 stops46h 07mAir India
Deal found 7/30$889
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2212:25 amLAX - MAA
1 stop35h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/71:30 amMAA - LAX
1 stop33h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/29$915
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/166:00 amLAX - MAA
2 stops44h 05mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/34:25 amMAA - LAX
2 stops30h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/30$930

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Chennai 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

11:55 pm-9:20 am

1 stop44h 55m

Chennai

Sun 10/12

10:30 am-9:50 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$801

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

10:20 am-5:15 am

2 stops30h 25m

Chennai

Mon 9/22

5:50 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$807

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

9:00 pm-6:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

Chennai

Thu 9/11

6:55 am-5:30 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$820

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

12:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Chennai

Mon 10/6

11:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

$821

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

1:05 am-12:15 am

1 stop34h 40m

Chennai

Tue 9/9

4:00 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop38h 00m

$823

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Mon 1/26

1:50 am-9:30 am

1 stop21h 10m

$831

Las VegasChennai

LAS - MAA

LASMAA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/10

6:10 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Chennai

Tue 9/23

11:15 pm-6:58 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$835

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

1:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 20m

Chennai

Wed 10/1

1:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$850

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

1:25 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 20m

Chennai

Sat 9/20

12:45 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$864

Las VegasChennai

LAS - MAA

LASMAA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/13

3:48 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops42h 52m

Chennai

Sat 9/20

11:45 am-9:22 pm

2 stops46h 07m

$889

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from California to Chennai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $941). Flying from California to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 CA to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Chennai as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines from California to Chennai 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,536 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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
3,299 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,338 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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
949 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Chennai. 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 into for flights to Chennai from California?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from California, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Chennai.

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

    $333 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $468 and $475, respectively.

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

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Chennai is $5,296. On average you can expect to pay $5,458. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Chennai), can usually be booked for $652.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $941). Flying from California to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 California to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Chennai. 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$689Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$735Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$736Average$1,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$758Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$810Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$861Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,048Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,101Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IndiGoCheapest$1,139Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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