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$370+ 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
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 November 13, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Gurufare 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
Wed 1/212:00 amMAA - LAX
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/11$822
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Gurufare 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 11/12$823
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:50 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 25mAir India
Mon 12/83:45 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops36h 15mAir India
Deal found 11/11$825
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sun 12/72:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 00mAir India
Thu 1/226:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops34h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/11$827
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 11/1510:50 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop27h 20mAir India
Mon 12/16:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops40h 20mAir India
Deal found 11/11$828
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:50 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop27h 20mAir India
Thu 12/186:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops34h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/11$830
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops30h 25mAir India
Thu 1/293:45 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops36h 15mAir India
Deal found 11/12$833
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 11/1510:50 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop27h 20mAir India
Thu 12/46:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops34h 00mAir India
Deal found 11/11$834
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 12/62:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 00mAir India
Mon 1/199:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
Deal found 11/11$835
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/272:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 00mAir India
Mon 1/269:10 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops30h 50mAir India
Deal found 11/13$836
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Fri 12/54:30 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop25h 20mAir India
Mon 12/1511:40 amMAA - SFO
2 stops40h 20mAir India
Deal found 11/11$837
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/282:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 00mAir India
Wed 2/119:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop28h 15mAir India
Deal found 11/12$839

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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

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Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$816
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$370
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,272
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($193 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chennai that are best for you.

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Chennai

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Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

10:55 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

Chennai

Wed 2/18

2:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$824

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

11:48 am-5:35 am

2 stops28h 17m

Chennai

Mon 3/16

7:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$837

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

8:40 pm-5:35 am

1 stop43h 25m

Chennai

Sat 2/28

7:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop44h 55m

$846

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

10:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop36h 30m

Chennai

Wed 2/18

2:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$874

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Wed 1/28

2:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

$882

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

2:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop43h 55m

Chennai

Sun 2/8

1:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$904

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

9:15 pm-12:35 am

1 stop37h 50m

Chennai

Thu 2/19

2:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$924

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

9:38 am-2:30 am

2 stops27h 22m

Chennai

Tue 3/17

9:40 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops38h 49m

$974

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

9:38 am-2:30 am

2 stops27h 22m

Chennai

Tue 3/10

3:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 34m

$974

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

7:40 pm-8:55 am

2 stops48h 45m

Chennai

Sun 5/31

8:40 pm-6:38 pm

3 stops34h 28m

$983

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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 $1,064). 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 November 13, 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, British Airways, and SWISS fly from California to Chennai in about 24h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 24h 35m. California and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8966 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $407 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $487 and $625, 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 $1,064). 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$658Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$672Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$699Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$824Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$836Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$926Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$952Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$1,008Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,213Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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