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$497+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to San Diego (SAN)

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 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — SAN
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,067
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$497
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,085
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($274 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:35 amMAA - SAN
2 stops48h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 11/93:05 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops49h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/27$947
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 11/99:40 pmMAA - SAN
2 stops35h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/69:20 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,067
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:35 amMAA - SAN
2 stops29h 54mBritish Airways
Tue 5/2611:36 amSAN - MAA
2 stops27h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/27$1,085
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:35 amMAA - SAN
2 stops50h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 12/312:31 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops27h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,281
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:35 amMAA - SAN
2 stops45h 49mBritish Airways
Wed 12/312:31 pmSAN - MAA
2 stops27h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,384
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 11/93:25 amMAA - SAN
2 stops30h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 12/99:10 amSAN - MAA
2 stops27h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,514
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 11/54:05 amMAA - SAN
2 stops53h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 12/96:15 amSAN - MAA
2 stops30h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,517

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to San Diego 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Sun 11/9

9:40 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops35h 06m

San Diego

Sat 12/6

9:20 pm-8:10 am

2 stops45h 20m

$1,067

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Tue 12/23

7:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 54m

San Diego

Tue 5/26

11:36 am-3:30 am

2 stops27h 24m

$1,085

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 4/1

9:40 am-2:50 pm

2 stops41h 40m

San Diego

Sun 5/31

4:45 pm-7:25 am

2 stops50h 10m

$1,237

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Mon 11/10

7:35 am-2:36 pm

2 stops44h 31m

San Diego

Wed 12/3

12:31 pm-5:35 am

2 stops27h 34m

$1,281

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Sat 11/8

7:35 am-3:54 pm

2 stops45h 49m

San Diego

Wed 12/3

12:31 pm-5:35 am

2 stops27h 34m

$1,384

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 4/1

5:35 am-9:39 pm

2 stops28h 34m

San Diego

Sun 5/31

7:40 pm-3:30 am

1 stop43h 20m

$1,436

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Sun 11/9

3:25 am-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 25m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

7:59 pm-2:30 am

2 stops41h 01m

$1,528

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Mon 11/10

4:05 am-8:20 pm

2 stops29h 45m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

7:59 pm-2:30 am

2 stops41h 01m

$1,528

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Tue 11/11

4:05 am-2:37 pm

2 stops48h 02m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

7:59 pm-2:30 am

2 stops41h 01m

$1,528

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Fri 11/7

3:25 am-8:48 pm

2 stops30h 53m

San Diego

Tue 12/9

6:15 am-2:30 am

2 stops30h 45m

$1,547

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Compare providers for flights from Chennai to San Diego

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 Chennai to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 Chennai-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chennai-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chennai-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chennai-San Diego 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 Chennai-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to San Diego?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Diego (average of $955). Flying from Chennai to San Diego in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways from Chennai to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,483 reviews

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Roxanne,Sep 2025

LHR - IAD

Food was mediocre. Couldn't use headphones because no information on how to use. Staff paid so much attention on a family with a baby . They got VIP treatment.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,483 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,483 reviews

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Roxanne,Sep 2025

LHR - IAD

Food was mediocre. Couldn't use headphones because no information on how to use. Staff paid so much attention on a family with a baby . They got VIP treatment.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to San Diego?

    A quick flight from Chennai to San Diego can take about 29h 54m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,085. There are 9070 mi between Chennai and San Diego.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chennai to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways ($955), offers the cheapest pricing from Chennai to San Diego. British Airways is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to San Diego 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 Chennai to San Diego?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to San Diego (average of $955). Flying from Chennai to San Diego in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 Chennai to San Diego

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chennai to San Diego. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$955Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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