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$397+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/1310:55 amLAX - MAA
1 stop24h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/172:00 amMAA - LAX
1 stop32h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$818
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 10/3111:50 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops30h 30mAir India
Mon 11/176:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops40h 20mAir India
Deal found 10/30$820
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/129:15 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop37h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/162:00 amMAA - LAX
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/30$823
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/249:15 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop37h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/22:00 amMAA - LAX
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$824
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 12/299:15 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop37h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/192:00 amMAA - LAX
1 stop32h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$825
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/294:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 20mAir India
Sun 1/189:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/30$828
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:30 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 11/197:35 amMAA - SFO
1 stop24h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/30$830
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops35h 10mAir India
Fri 11/149:35 amMAA - SFO
2 stops24h 45mAir India
Deal found 10/29$831
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/210:50 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop27h 20mAir India
Tue 11/49:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop27h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/28$832
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 11/1010:50 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops30h 30mAir India
Thu 12/119:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop27h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/29$833
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:50 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop39h 45mLufthansa
Sun 2/16:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops34h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$834
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:50 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops30h 30mAir India
Tue 12/99:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop27h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/29$835

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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$820
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$397
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,007
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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chennai that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Chennai

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Price

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

10:55 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

Chennai

Wed 1/21

2:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$825

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

5:25 pm-8:45 am

3 stops49h 50m

Chennai

Sun 2/1

6:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$853

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

5:30 pm-5:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Tue 11/25

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$853

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Fri 4/17

8:25 am-12:10 am

2 stops27h 15m

Chennai

Mon 4/20

1:55 am-9:11 pm

2 stops31h 46m

$865

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

10:55 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

Chennai

Thu 1/29

2:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$875

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sat 11/29

9:15 pm-12:35 am

1 stop37h 50m

Chennai

Wed 12/3

2:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$875

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

10:55 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

Chennai

Mon 1/26

2:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$875

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Fri 1/23

10:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop36h 30m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

2:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$875

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Mon 1/12

8:40 am-8:45 am

3 stops34h 35m

Chennai

Mon 1/26

1:50 am-8:56 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$876

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Mon 1/12

8:40 am-8:45 am

3 stops34h 35m

Chennai

Tue 1/27

1:50 am-8:56 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$876

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $634). Flying from California to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from California to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Chennai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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.

  • How long is the flight from California to Chennai?

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific, SWISS, and British Airways fly from California to Chennai in about 22h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 27h 15m. California and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8641 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $405 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and IndiGo, with prices starting from $420 and $457, 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 Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Chennai.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $634). Flying from California to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$658Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$673Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$702Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$824Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$836Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$837Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$925Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$945Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$1,008Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,213Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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