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$341+ Cheap flights from California to India

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LAX — DEL
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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$684
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$346
(Gotogate)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,086

Good round-trip deal

$839 or less

Good one-way deal

$327 or less
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From California to India
One-way flight from California to India
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:45 amSJC - DEL
2 stops24h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/3011:00 pmDEL - SJC
2 stops34h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$684
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:00 amOAK - DEL
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Tue 5/273:55 amDEL - OAK
2 stops32h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/29$718
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/239:05 amSJC - DEL
2 stops25h 15mDelta
Fri 10/1012:50 amDEL - SJC
2 stops28h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/30$718
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/215:55 amOAK - DEL
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/123:55 amDEL - OAK
2 stops25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$744
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2410:50 pmLAX - DEL
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Tue 9/2312:50 amDEL - LAX
1 stop30h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/29$765
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:00 amLAX - DEL
2 stops28h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 9/252:05 amDEL - LAX
2 stops28h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$770
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Mon 6/912:05 pmLAX - DEL
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/81:05 amDEL - LAX
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$774
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/241:35 pmLAX - DEL
2 stops23h 50mKLM
Tue 9/233:55 amDEL - LAX
2 stops23h 58mKLM
Deal found 4/29$780
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Mon 9/228:00 amLAX - DEL
2 stops24h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/2311:30 pmDEL - LAX
2 stops25h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$814
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Sat 5/174:30 pmLAX - DEL
2 stops42h 35mSWISS
Fri 6/131:05 amDEL - LAX
2 stops32h 53mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$818
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2410:45 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops36h 50mDelta
Wed 7/212:50 amDEL - SFO
2 stops37h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/30$825
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/510:00 amSFO - DEL
Nonstop17h 15mAir India
Sat 6/73:00 amDEL - SFO
Nonstop16h 30mAir India
Deal found 4/30$826

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to India that are best for you.

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California

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India

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC - DEL

SJCDEL

San Jose

Mon 10/20

8:45 am-9:30 pm

2 stops24h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 10/30

11:00 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops34h 41m

$684

OaklandNew Delhi

OAK - DEL

OAKDEL

Oakland

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops28h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 5/27

3:55 am-11:49 pm

2 stops32h 24m

$718

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC - DEL

SJCDEL

San Jose

Tue 9/23

9:05 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 10/10

12:50 am-5:00 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$718

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Thu 7/3

8:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops25h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 7/19

10:50 pm-3:23 pm

2 stops29h 03m

$766

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Thu 5/15

10:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop36h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 5/25

2:05 am-8:45 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$768

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

8:05 am-10:10 pm

1 stop25h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 7/1

1:05 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$774

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Fri 5/16

1:40 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop20h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 5/27

12:50 am-6:10 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$776

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Thu 5/15

3:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop42h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 5/25

3:00 am-11:49 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$796

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Fri 5/23

7:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop39h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 6/23

1:05 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$803

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Sun 5/25

8:35 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 6/13

3:55 am-2:50 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$818

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Best time to book a flight from California to India

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to India?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to India (average of $831). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 IN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to India as you normally would.

Rainfall in India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in India ranges from 0.3 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit India when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to India, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. 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 India. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines from California to India have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to India. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve California to India flights?

    Airports that serve flights from California to India vary on the location that is chosen to fly from and the location that is chosen as the destination. For the most part, many airports in California will serve flights to India, including smaller airports such as Long Beach Municipal Airport, located in Long Beach, California. Los Angeles International Airport will also serve flights from California to India as it has multiple terminals to do so. Airports in India also can vary from the popular Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai, India, and Jaipur International Airport, which was declared the World’s Best Airport,  and is located in Jaipur, India.

  • Which airlines fly directly from California to India?

    Airlines that fly directly from California to India vary based on locations selected. If you choose to leave from Long Beach Municipal Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport you will find JetBlue and Air India have the most available flights. If you choose to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Jaipur International Airport, you will find a larger variety of airlines that will fly direct from California to India such as Etihad Airways, China Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Airlines. Prices can range from each airline varying depending on the number of stopovers and flight time you choose.

  • What are the stopover options between California to India?

    The amount of stopovers from California to India can range from two stopovers to possibly three stopovers depending on the airline and locations. When flying from Los Angeles to Jaipur the typical stopovers can vary from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, which is located in the Philippines to Kuala Lumpur International Airport which is located in Malaysia. These flights can vary from 26h 30m-33h 43m. If you are flying from Long Beach to Mumbai the stopover locations can be at San Francisco Airport and Hong Kong Airport with the times ranging from 38h 42m-24h 59m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from California to India?

    If you are a US Citizen planning to visit India, you will need a visa in order to do so, regardless of the purpose of visit or the length of stay. Tourists who are planning to travel to India for personal pleasure and aren’t planning to stay longer than 30 days can apply for an e-visa online. A passport will be needed in order to apply for a visa and must be valid for six months prior to applying for a visa.

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

    $346 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 American Airlines and Virgin Atlantic, with prices starting from $350 and $354, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to India that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to India flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to India?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to India?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to India 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 India?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to India (average of $831). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 India

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to India. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$559Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$580Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
SAUDIACheapest$628Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$630Average$1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$671Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$692Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
EVA AirCheapest$713Average$2,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air FranceCheapest$722Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$748Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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