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$404+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Wed 8/5
Wed 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Chennai

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 6, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1611:34 am
SNA
-
MAA
2 stops32h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/89:55 pm
MAA
-
SNA
2 stops35h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,022
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/287:00 am
SAN
-
MAA
3 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/126:00 pm
MAA
-
SAN
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,025
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/159:20 am
SAN
-
MAA
2 stops29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/273:25 am
MAA
-
SAN
2 stops30h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,061
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 11/59:24 am
SAN
-
MAA
2 stops27h 36m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/174:05 am
MAA
-
SAN
2 stops44h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6$1,070
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2310:40 am
SAN
-
MAA
2 stops39h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 9/279:55 pm
MAA
-
SAN
2 stops34h 36m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,082
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/2712:05 am
LAX
-
MAA
1 stop33h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 9/1611:15 pm
MAA
-
LAX
1 stop35h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/6$1,134
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Wed 8/1912:05 am
LAX
-
MAA
1 stop44h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 8/2710:30 am
MAA
-
LAX
2 stops38h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,136
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/274:20 pm
LAX
-
MAA
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/164:20 am
MAA
-
LAX
2 stops25h 53m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,137
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 11/259:25 am
LAX
-
MAA
2 stops27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/103:25 am
MAA
-
LAX
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4$1,138
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Thu 8/279:30 am
LAX
-
MAA
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/184:20 am
MAA
-
LAX
2 stops26h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,139
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 8/2711:59 pm
LAX
-
MAA
2 stops50h 11m
Etihad Airways
Sun 9/273:40 pm
MAA
-
LAX
2 stops45h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,140
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/256:03 am
LAX
-
MAA
2 stops32h 07m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/224:20 am
MAA
-
LAX
1 stop22h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,142

Find 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 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,022
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$404
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,311
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($110 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 July 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chennai that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/16

11:34 am-8:25 am

2 stops32h 21m

Chennai

Thu 10/8

9:55 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops35h 47m

$1,022

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/22

11:34 am-8:25 am

2 stops32h 21m

Chennai

Sun 10/11

4:05 am-9:12 pm

2 stops29h 37m

$1,022

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Fri 8/28

7:00 am-12:45 am

3 stops29h 15m

Chennai

Sat 9/12

6:00 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,025

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Wed 9/23

10:40 am-2:40 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Chennai

Sun 9/27

9:55 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops34h 36m

$1,082

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 8/30

1:25 am-11:35 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Chennai

Mon 9/21

12:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop22h 25m

$1,145

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/26

1:25 am-11:35 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Chennai

Sun 9/20

12:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop22h 25m

$1,145
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 9/20

4:20 pm-2:40 am

1 stop21h 50m

Chennai

Thu 9/24

4:20 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,189

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 9/20

8:23 am-2:40 am

2 stops29h 47m

Chennai

Thu 10/15

4:05 am-6:50 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,223

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Chennai

Fri 9/18

3:40 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops44h 30m

$1,268

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 9/20

8:23 am-2:40 am

2 stops29h 47m

Chennai

Mon 10/19

4:05 am-10:32 am

2 stops42h 57m

$1,273

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $1,020). Flying from California to Chennai in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,288). 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 6, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 62% on flights from California to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Chennai?

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Chennai?

The best time to book flights from California to Chennai is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways fly from California to Chennai in about 21h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 40m. California and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8965 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $293 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SWISS and Air India, with prices starting from $335 and $356, 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.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $1,020). Flying from California to Chennai in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,288). 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 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$628Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
SWISSCheapest$631Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$656Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$684Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$685Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$811Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$833Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$947Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$948Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$967Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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