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$344+ 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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$672
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$344
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$995
From California to Chennai
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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 September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2111:30 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop36h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/61:30 amMAA - LAX
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$672
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1010:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 45mAir India
Wed 10/224:00 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop27h 30mAir India
Deal found 9/16$674
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/1511:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop26h 40mAir India
Thu 10/163:25 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops41h 30mAir India
Deal found 9/15$675
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/710:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops23h 15mAir India
Wed 11/266:10 amMAA - SFO
2 stops28h 10mAir India
Deal found 9/14$680
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/2210:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops28h 10mAir India
Tue 9/308:05 amMAA - SFO
1 stop35h 25mAir India
Deal found 9/14$681
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/710:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops23h 15mAir India
Sun 11/236:10 amMAA - SFO
2 stops28h 10mAir India
Deal found 9/14$685
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/1810:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops36h 15mAir India
Wed 10/812:55 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop30h 35mAir India
Deal found 9/15$686
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sun 10/1210:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops46h 00mAir India
Mon 10/208:00 amMAA - SFO
2 stops24h 55mAir India
Deal found 9/15$687
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops38h 00mAir India
Tue 9/239:35 amMAA - SFO
2 stops23h 20mAir India
Deal found 9/16$688
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2210:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops28h 10mAir India
Wed 10/14:00 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop27h 30mAir India
Deal found 9/16$689
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/2412:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/11:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/16$690
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2012:25 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop23h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/171:50 amMAA - LAX
1 stop32h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$690

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 September 16, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

11:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop36h 15m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

1:50 am-8:55 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$692

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

5:30 pm-5:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Tue 3/17

7:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop44h 55m

$799

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

10:14 am-3:30 am

2 stops28h 46m

Chennai

Tue 11/25

7:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop44h 55m

$864

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

12:20 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 25m

Chennai

Fri 10/24

1:30 am-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$869

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

8:40 pm-5:35 am

1 stop43h 25m

Chennai

Mon 12/1

7:35 am-3:35 pm

2 stops45h 30m

$897

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

5:40 pm-3:30 am

2 stops45h 20m

Chennai

Thu 11/20

7:35 am-3:35 pm

2 stops45h 30m

$904

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

2:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop43h 55m

Chennai

Sun 11/30

1:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$954

Las VegasChennai

LAS - MAA

LASMAA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/18

4:45 pm-12:05 am

2 stops41h 50m

Chennai

Sun 12/14

1:50 am-9:44 pm

2 stops33h 24m

$958

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

4:30 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Chennai

Wed 11/19

7:35 am-3:35 pm

2 stops69h 30m

$980

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

6:10 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Chennai

Sun 11/2

3:55 am-7:58 pm

2 stops29h 33m

$982

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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 $932). 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 September 16, 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.

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, British Airways, and Air Canada 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 19h 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?

    $353 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 Air India and IndiGo, with prices starting from $370 and $443, 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 Oakland - 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $932). 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$659Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$678Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$713Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$816Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$821Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$870Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
EmiratesCheapest$877Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$930Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,129Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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