Latest deals
Insights
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from California to Chennai from ₹ 40,927

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Chennai departing on 5/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from California to Chennai

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:31 - 20:10
SFO
-
MAA
40h 09m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:05 - 19:23
MAA
-
SFO
39h 48m
2 stops
₹ 86,058Multiple Airlines
Sat, 2 May - Mon, 1 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:31 - 20:10
SFO
-
MAA
40h 09m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:55 - 09:23
MAA
-
SFO
47h 58m
2 stops
₹ 86,151Multiple Airlines
Sat, 2 May - Mon, 25 May
Etihad Airways Logo
07:00 - 02:50
SFO
-
MAA
31h 20m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
04:05 - 23:59
MAA
-
SFO
32h 24m
2 stops
₹ 86,338Etihad Airways
Tue, 5 May - Wed, 20 May
Etihad Airways Logo
07:00 - 20:10
SFO
-
MAA
24h 40m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
04:05 - 20:57
MAA
-
SFO
29h 22m
2 stops
₹ 86,525Etihad Airways
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 11 Jun
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 08:05
SFO
-
MAA
26h 30m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:05 - 14:00
MAA
-
SFO
28h 25m
1 stop
₹ 87,460Emirates
Sun, 3 May - Fri, 22 May
Emirates Logo
17:05 - 08:05
SFO
-
MAA
26h 30m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
09:50 - 14:00
MAA
-
SFO
40h 40m
1 stop
₹ 88,394Emirates
Wed, 6 May - Tue, 19 May
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:05 - 09:05
LAX
-
MAA
44h 30m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
23:15 - 21:50
MAA
-
LAX
35h 05m
1 stop
₹ 92,599Singapore Airlines
Wed, 5 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:05 - 09:05
LAX
-
MAA
44h 30m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:30 - 12:50
MAA
-
LAX
38h 50m
2 stops
₹ 93,627Singapore Airlines
Wed, 5 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep
British Airways Logo
14:25 - 03:30
SJC
-
MAA
48h 35m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 18:04
MAA
-
SJC
48h 59m
2 stops
₹ 98,953British Airways
Sun, 6 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
British Airways Logo
14:25 - 03:30
SJC
-
MAA
48h 35m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 18:04
MAA
-
SJC
48h 59m
2 stops
₹ 102,223British Airways
Sat, 5 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Early arrival? Instantly customie your results

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Emirates flights from California to Chennai

Our best Emirates deals on California to Chennai flight tickets
Emirates
3 May
SFO17:05San Francisco
26h 30m
1 stop
MAA08:05Chennai
22 May
MAA22:05Chennai
28h 25m
1 stop
SFO14:00San Francisco
₹ 87,460
Emirates
6 May
SFO17:05San Francisco
26h 30m
1 stop
MAA08:05Chennai
19 May
MAA09:50Chennai
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO14:00San Francisco
₹ 88,394
Emirates
5 May
SFO17:05San Francisco
38h 55m
1 stop
MAA20:30Chennai
31 Aug
MAA09:50Chennai
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO14:00San Francisco
₹ 88,487

Singapore Airlines flights from California to Chennai

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on California to Chennai flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
5 Aug
LAX00:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
44h 30m
1 stop
MAA09:05Chennai
7 Sept
MAA23:15Chennai
35h 05m
1 stop
LAX21:50Los Angeles Los Angeles
₹ 92,599
Singapore Airlines
5 Aug
LAX00:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
44h 30m
1 stop
MAA09:05Chennai
7 Sept
MAA10:30Chennai
38h 50m
2 stops
LAX12:50Los Angeles Los Angeles
₹ 93,627
Singapore Airlines
27 Aug
LAX00:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
44h 45m
1 stop
MAA09:20Chennai
16 Sept
MAA23:15Chennai
35h 05m
1 stop
LAX21:50Los Angeles Los Angeles
₹ 94,374

momondo Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from California 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, momondo users made 59,053 searches. Data last updated 22 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

15:31-20:10

2 stops40h 09m

Chennai

Mon 1/6

16:05-19:23

2 stops39h 48m

₹ 86,058

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

15:31-20:10

2 stops40h 09m

Chennai

Mon 25/5

21:55-09:23

2 stops47h 58m

₹ 86,151

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

07:00-02:50

2 stops31h 20m

Chennai

Wed 20/5

04:05-23:59

2 stops32h 24m

₹ 86,338
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

07:00-20:10

2 stops24h 40m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

04:05-20:57

2 stops29h 22m

₹ 86,525

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

17:05-08:05

1 stop26h 30m

Chennai

Fri 22/5

22:05-14:00

1 stop28h 25m

₹ 87,460

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

17:05-08:05

1 stop26h 30m

Chennai

Tue 19/5

09:50-14:00

1 stop40h 40m

₹ 88,394

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/8

00:05-09:05

1 stop44h 30m

Chennai

Mon 7/9

23:15-21:50

1 stop35h 05m

₹ 92,599

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/8

00:05-09:05

1 stop44h 30m

Chennai

Mon 7/9

10:30-12:50

2 stops38h 50m

₹ 93,627

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Sun 6/9

14:25-03:30

2 stops48h 35m

Chennai

Wed 30/9

05:35-18:04

2 stops48h 59m

₹ 98,953

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Sat 5/9

14:25-03:30

2 stops48h 35m

Chennai

Wed 30/9

05:35-18:04

2 stops48h 59m

₹ 102,223

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Chennai from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Chennai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 ₹ 79,424.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 ₹ 102,277 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 ₹ 92,225 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chennai flight.

Cheap California to Chennai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Chennai

Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Chennai takes 20h 55m
There are no direct flights from California to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from California to Chennai.
Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying 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?

  • 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.

Best airlines flying from California to Chennai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to Chennai with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 58,186Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,502 reviews
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay PacificPriceFrom ₹ 62,853Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,289 reviews
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 67,544Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,966 reviews
Search Air India flights
British AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 78,735Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,906 reviews
Search British Airways flights
EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 90,279Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,560 reviews
Search Emirates flights
Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 95,311Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,730 reviews
Search Qatar Airways flights

Travelling to a place near Chennai?

Book flights to Chennai if you plan to visit one of these locations
Mahabalipuram
Vellore

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Chennai?

It is quick and easy to find California to Chennai flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Chennai that suits you.

Can I find flights from California to Chennai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for California to Chennai flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to Chennai?

Once all potential California to Chennai flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Chennai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of California to Chennai flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

An easier way to manage your Chennai trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Fri 22/5
Fri 29/5
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to India