How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from San Francisco to Chennai takes 22h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Chennai takes 24h 10m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Qatar Airways, Air India and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from California according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Chennai?

American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and IndiGo are the most popular carriers operating from California to Chennai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Chennai Airport?

There are 6 operators available for flights from California to Chennai Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Chennai Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14:25 - 10:20

SFO

MAA

30h 25m1 stop

18:00 - 20:50

MAA

SFO

40h 20m1 stop

₹ 73,719Air India

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb

16:30 - 19:10

SFO

MAA

37h 10m1 stop

21:10 - 14:30

MAA

SFO

30h 50m1 stop

₹ 73,809Air India

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

16:30 - 07:15

SFO

MAA

25h 15m2 stops

06:00 - 13:25

MAA

SFO

19h 55m1 stop

₹ 73,898Air India

Fri, 9 Jan - Thu, 12 Mar

14:25 - 08:55

SFO

MAA

29h 00m2 stops

02:30 - 20:50

MAA

SFO

31h 50m3 stops

₹ 74,256Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb

08:04 - 04:55

SAN

MAA

31h 21m3 stops

09:35 - 08:18

MAA

SAN

36h 13m3 stops

₹ 74,973Multiple Airlines

Thu, 12 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

10:55 - 00:35

LAX

MAA

24h 10m1 stop

02:00 - 20:55

MAA

LAX

32h 25m1 stop

₹ 78,108Cathay Pacific

Sat, 31 Jan - Mon, 23 Feb

22:35 - 00:35

LAX

MAA

36h 30m1 stop

02:00 - 09:15

MAA

LAX

20h 45m1 stop

₹ 78,198Cathay Pacific

Sun, 1 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

12:46 - 05:35

SJC

MAA

27h 19m2 stops

07:35 - 22:35

MAA

SJC

52h 30m2 stops

₹ 82,856British Airways

Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb

21:00 - 02:30

SAN

MAA

40h 00m2 stops

10:00 - 19:47

MAA

SAN

47h 17m2 stops

₹ 88,409Etihad Airways

Mon, 9 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb

12:46 - 05:35

SJC

MAA

27h 19m2 stops

07:35 - 21:29

MAA

SJC

51h 24m2 stops

₹ 92,888British Airways

Tue, 20 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan

Air India flights from California to Chennai

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Air India

12 Feb

SFO14:25San Francisco

29h 00m

1 stop

MAA08:55Chennai

27 Feb

MAA07:15Chennai

27h 05m

1 stop

SFO20:50San Francisco

₹ 73,719

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Air India

18 Jan

SFO16:30San Francisco

33h 40m

1 stop

MAA15:40Chennai

5 Feb

MAA21:10Chennai

30h 50m

1 stop

SFO14:30San Francisco

₹ 73,809

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Air India

9 Jan

SFO16:30San Francisco

25h 15m

2 stops

MAA07:15Chennai

8 Mar

MAA21:40Chennai

28h 15m

1 stop

SFO13:25San Francisco

₹ 73,898

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British Airways flights from California to Chennai

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British Airways

20 Jan

SFO17:30San Francisco

22h 35m

1 stop

MAA05:35Chennai

26 Mar

MAA07:35Chennai

24h 40m

1 stop

SFO19:45San Francisco

₹ 76,227

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British Airways

3 Feb

SJC12:46San Jose

27h 19m

2 stops

MAA05:35Chennai

10 Feb

MAA07:35Chennai

52h 30m

2 stops

SJC22:35San Jose

₹ 82,856

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British Airways

20 Jan

OAK08:10Oakland

31h 55m

2 stops

MAA05:35Chennai

2 Feb

MAA07:35Chennai

26h 35m

2 stops

OAK20:40Oakland

₹ 92,888

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 12/2

14:25-10:20

1 stop30h 25m

Chennai

Thu 26/2

18:00-20:50

1 stop40h 20m

₹ 73,719

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

16:30-19:10

1 stop37h 10m

Chennai

Sun 25/1

21:10-14:30

1 stop30h 50m

₹ 73,809

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 9/1

16:30-07:15

2 stops25h 15m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

06:00-13:25

1 stop19h 55m

₹ 73,898

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

14:25-08:55

2 stops29h 00m

Chennai

Thu 26/2

02:30-20:50

3 stops31h 50m

₹ 74,256

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Thu 12/2

08:04-04:55

3 stops31h 21m

Chennai

Tue 24/2

09:35-08:18

3 stops36h 13m

₹ 74,973

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sat 31/1

10:55-00:35

1 stop24h 10m

Chennai

Mon 23/2

02:00-20:55

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 78,108

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

22:35-00:35

1 stop36h 30m

Chennai

Tue 24/2

02:00-09:15

1 stop20h 45m

₹ 78,198

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Tue 3/2

12:46-05:35

2 stops27h 19m

Chennai

Tue 10/2

07:35-22:35

2 stops52h 30m

₹ 82,856

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Mon 9/2

21:00-02:30

2 stops40h 00m

Chennai

Wed 25/2

10:00-19:47

2 stops47h 17m

₹ 88,409

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Tue 20/1

12:46-05:35

2 stops27h 19m

Chennai

Wed 28/1

07:35-21:29

2 stops51h 24m

₹ 92,888

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of August is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from California averaging around ₹ 76,675.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from California is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as ₹ 120,626. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from California to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 176,576. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the morning for as low as ₹ 128,131. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 137,386. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 98,173 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from California for as low as ₹ 88,588 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chennai flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 30m
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The fastest flight from California to Chennai takes 21h 30m

There are no direct flights from California to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from California to Chennai.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Chennai Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Chennai Airport?
There are 6 operators available for flights from California to Chennai Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Chennai Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Chennai is Boeing 777-200LR (100.00% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from California to Chennai

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 60,477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,102 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 67,727	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,414 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 68,290	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,954 reviews	Search Air India flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 75,477	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,600 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 86,543	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,439 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 91,368	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,685 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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