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$615+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Chennai (MAA)

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SNA — MAA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Chennai

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3011:10 amSNA - MAA
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/199:10 pmMAA - SNA
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,116
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3011:10 amSNA - MAA
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/229:10 pmMAA - SNA
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,168
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/288:59 amSNA - MAA
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/199:10 pmMAA - SNA
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,179
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/288:59 amSNA - MAA
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/229:10 pmMAA - SNA
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,231
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3011:10 amSNA - MAA
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/236:00 amMAA - SNA
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,237
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3011:10 amSNA - MAA
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/206:00 amMAA - SNA
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,259
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/288:59 amSNA - MAA
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/216:00 amMAA - SNA
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,262
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/317:05 pmSNA - MAA
2 stops63h 30mLufthansa
Wed 1/211:50 amMAA - SNA
2 stops30h 09mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,265
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/288:59 amSNA - MAA
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/246:00 amMAA - SNA
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,299
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/317:05 pmSNA - MAA
2 stops63h 30mLufthansa
Thu 1/221:50 amMAA - SNA
2 stops29h 08mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,315
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/288:59 amSNA - MAA
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/206:00 amMAA - SNA
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,322
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/306:45 amSNA - MAA
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/202:00 amMAA - SNA
2 stops44h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,333

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,113
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$615
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,735
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Chennai flight deals.
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One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($137 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Chennai that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Price

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/22

6:45 am-12:35 am

2 stops28h 20m

Chennai

Wed 1/28

2:00 am-1:14 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$1,113

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/30

11:10 am-8:55 am

2 stops32h 15m

Chennai

Mon 1/19

9:10 pm-6:38 pm

3 stops34h 58m

$1,116

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/1

11:10 am-8:45 am

2 stops32h 05m

Chennai

Mon 1/19

9:10 pm-6:38 pm

3 stops34h 58m

$1,131

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/5

8:55 pm-2:50 am

2 stops41h 25m

Chennai

Mon 5/11

3:55 am-5:55 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$1,153

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/29

6:45 am-2:30 am

2 stops30h 15m

Chennai

Tue 3/10

4:05 am-9:03 pm

2 stops29h 28m

$1,191

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

6:45 am-2:30 am

2 stops30h 15m

Chennai

Wed 3/11

4:05 am-9:03 pm

2 stops29h 28m

$1,230

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 12/28

8:59 am-8:45 am

2 stops34h 16m

Chennai

Thu 1/22

9:10 pm-6:38 pm

3 stops34h 58m

$1,231

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/30

11:10 am-8:55 am

2 stops32h 15m

Chennai

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$1,237

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/19

7:45 pm-2:20 am

2 stops41h 05m

Chennai

Sun 2/22

3:25 am-10:30 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$1,248

Santa AnaChennai

SNA - MAA

SNAMAA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/1

11:10 am-8:45 am

2 stops32h 05m

Chennai

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$1,251

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/17

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to Chennai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Chennai in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Ana, California-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Chennai

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Chennai

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chennai (average of $634). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,239). 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.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Chennai, such as Lufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,635 reviews

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Priyank,Jun 2025

MUC - BOM

Flight was delayed, and they forgot to load headphones for the entertainment system.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,635 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,635 reviews

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Priyank,Jun 2025

MUC - BOM

Flight was delayed, and they forgot to load headphones for the entertainment system.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Chennai?

    For as low as $1,153, Qatar Airways can have you in Chennai from Santa Ana, California in 41h 25m. The distance between Santa Ana, California and Chennai is about 8995 mi.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California to Chennai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Chennai (average of $634). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,239). 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 airline flying from Santa Ana to Chennai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$1,175Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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