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

Air India, Cathay Pacific, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and Emirates 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 27% 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.

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 21h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Chennai takes 22h 20m 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.

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 August 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.

₹ 26,884 Cheap Flights from California to Chennai in 2025

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12:00 - 09:20SFO-MAA

32h 50m1 stop

23:15 - 09:40MAA-SFO

22h 55m1 stop

₹ 55,432Singapore Airlines

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Mon, 25 Aug - Thu, 16 Oct

13:40 - 00:15SFO-MAA

22h 05m1 stop

01:30 - 17:50MAA-SFO

28h 50m1 stop

₹ 56,220Cathay Pacific

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Mon, 25 Aug - Thu, 11 Sep

13:40 - 00:15SFO-MAA

22h 05m1 stop

01:50 - 09:45MAA-SFO

21h 25m1 stop

₹ 56,483Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 28 Aug - Mon, 3 Nov

21:00 - 06:15SFO-MAA

44h 45m2 stops

03:00 - 07:00MAA-SFO

40h 30m1 stop

₹ 56,921Air India

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Tue, 19 Aug - Sun, 7 Sep

21:00 - 15:20SFO-MAA

29h 50m2 stops

11:45 - 18:00MAA-SFO

42h 45m1 stop

₹ 57,008Air India

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Fri, 22 Aug - Fri, 12 Sep

10:20 - 05:15LAX-MAA

30h 25m2 stops

17:50 - 14:00MAA-LAX

32h 40m2 stops

₹ 70,669American Airlines

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Thu, 18 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

09:10 - 00:15LAX-MAA

26h 35m2 stops

01:30 - 13:26MAA-LAX

48h 26m2 stops

₹ 73,909

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Thu, 28 Aug - Sat, 13 Sep

01:25 - 00:15LAX-MAA

34h 20m1 stop

12:45 - 18:00MAA-LAX

41h 45m2 stops

₹ 73,997

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Sat, 30 Aug - Mon, 15 Sep

06:00 - 20:10LAX-MAA

25h 40m2 stops

21:40 - 00:57MAA-LAX

39h 47m2 stops

₹ 80,039Etihad Airways

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Mon, 15 Sep - Thu, 30 Oct

06:00 - 02:40LAX-MAA

32h 10m2 stops

04:25 - 22:31MAA-LAX

30h 36m2 stops

₹ 81,440Etihad Airways

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Sun, 21 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

Lufthansa flights from California to Chennai

Our best Lufthansa deals on California to Chennai flight tickets

Lufthansa

6 Jan

SJC12:45San Jose

45h 50m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

29 Jan

MAA01:50Chennai

29h 23m

2 stops

SJC17:43San Jose

₹ 80,565

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Lufthansa

8 Jan

SJC08:25San Jose

50h 10m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

27 Jan

MAA01:50Chennai

29h 23m

2 stops

SJC17:43San Jose

₹ 84,593

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Lufthansa

8 Jan

SJC12:45San Jose

45h 50m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

29 Jan

MAA01:50Chennai

29h 23m

2 stops

SJC17:43San Jose

₹ 84,943

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Qatar Airways flights from California to Chennai

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Qatar Airways

29 Oct

SNA09:13Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

28h 47m

2 stops

MAA02:30Chennai

25 Jan

MAA21:50Chennai

38h 09m

2 stops

SNA22:29Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

₹ 103,596

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Qatar Airways

14 Aug

SNA06:45Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

31h 35m

2 stops

MAA02:50Chennai

2 Sept

MAA21:50Chennai

31h 40m

2 stops

SNA17:00Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

₹ 112,966

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Qatar Airways

13 Aug

SNA12:42Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

25h 38m

2 stops

MAA02:50Chennai

3 Sept

MAA21:50Chennai

31h 40m

2 stops

SNA17:00Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

₹ 116,731

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 25/8

12:00-09:20

1 stop32h 50m

Chennai

Thu 16/10

23:15-09:40

1 stop22h 55m

₹ 55,432

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 25/8

13:40-00:15

1 stop22h 05m

Chennai

Thu 11/9

01:30-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

₹ 56,220

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 28/8

13:40-00:15

1 stop22h 05m

Chennai

Mon 3/11

01:50-09:45

1 stop21h 25m

₹ 56,483

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 19/8

21:00-06:15

2 stops44h 45m

Chennai

Sun 7/9

03:00-07:00

1 stop40h 30m

₹ 56,921

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 22/8

21:00-15:20

2 stops29h 50m

Chennai

Fri 12/9

11:45-18:00

1 stop42h 45m

₹ 57,008

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Thu 18/9

10:20-05:15

2 stops30h 25m

Chennai

Mon 22/9

17:50-14:00

2 stops32h 40m

₹ 70,669

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Thu 28/8

09:10-00:15

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

Sat 13/9

01:30-13:26

2 stops48h 26m

₹ 73,909

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sat 30/8

01:25-00:15

1 stop34h 20m

Chennai

Mon 15/9

12:45-18:00

2 stops41h 45m

₹ 73,997

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

06:00-20:10

2 stops25h 40m

Chennai

Thu 30/10

21:40-00:57

2 stops39h 47m

₹ 80,039

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 21/9

06:00-02:40

2 stops32h 10m

Chennai

Tue 30/9

04:25-22:31

2 stops30h 36m

₹ 81,440

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Chennai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of April is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from California averaging around ₹ 76,536.

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 ₹ 117,928. 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 ₹ 172,627. 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 ₹ 125,266. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 134,313. 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 ₹ 99,502 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 ₹ 91,073 on momondo.

Cheap California to Chennai flight deals and tips

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Best price found	₹ 26,884
Fastest flight time	20h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chennai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chennai from California in the past 72 hours is ₹ 26,884. The best return flight deal from California to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 55,432.

The fastest flight from California to Chennai takes 20h 45m

There are no direct flights from California to Chennai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Chennai Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Chennai Airport.

There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

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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 August 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 67,246	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,928 reviews	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 67,934	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 949 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 68,556	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,338 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 84,321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 85,011	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 90,502	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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