Which airlines fly to India?

Air India, Lufthansa and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to India from California according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to India. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to India on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to India on average per day?

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from California and land in India each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 14:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from California to India on average per week?

The number of flights available between California and India is 14 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from California to India?

The average flight duration from California to India depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Francisco to New Delhi is 19h 55m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to New Delhi is 20h 35m on average. New Delhi is the most popular airport in India.

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

KLM, Delta, and Air India are the most popular carriers operating from California to India

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

Prices for flights from California to India are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of December 2025, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from California to India.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to India?

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 India.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?

The necessary travel and health documents for your India trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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16:30 - 07:40

SFO

BLR

25h 40m2 stops

02:00 - 14:30

BLR

SFO

26h 00m2 stops

₹ 61,537Air India

Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

15:00 - 07:20

SFO

BLR

26h 50m2 stops

02:00 - 14:30

BLR

SFO

26h 00m2 stops

₹ 61,627Air India

Fri, 30 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

16:30 - 02:30

SFO

BLR

20h 30m1 stop

19:05 - 12:25

BLR

SFO

30h 50m1 stop

₹ 61,716Air India

Mon, 5 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb

16:30 - 07:40

SFO

BLR

25h 40m2 stops

07:45 - 14:30

BLR

SFO

20h 15m1 stop

₹ 61,806Air India

Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb

06:10 - 23:30

SJC

DEL

28h 50m2 stops

11:40 - 12:31

DEL

SJC

61h 21m2 stops

₹ 67,001Delta

Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

15:40 - 03:00

SFO

BOM

21h 50m1 stop

04:10 - 18:19

BOM

SFO

26h 39m2 stops

₹ 68,345Delta

Sat, 24 Jan - Thu, 2 Apr

19:10 - 22:40

LAX

BOM

38h 00m1 stop

01:15 - 17:35

BOM

LAX

28h 50m1 stop

₹ 68,345SWISS

Tue, 3 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar

13:30 - 23:55

SFO

BOM

20h 55m1 stop

01:45 - 14:35

BOM

SFO

25h 20m1 stop

₹ 68,434Lufthansa

Mon, 19 Jan - Tue, 31 Mar

08:35 - 02:50

LAX

BOM

28h 45m2 stops

04:40 - 22:35

BOM

LAX

30h 25m2 stops

₹ 68,613Virgin Atlantic

Mon, 12 Jan - Wed, 25 Mar

07:00 - 23:59

LAX

DEL

28h 29m2 stops

02:15 - 20:35

DEL

LAX

30h 50m1 stop

₹ 69,778Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 14 Apr - Sat, 2 May

Delta flights from California to India

Our best Delta deals on California to India flight tickets

Delta

9 Mar

SJC06:10San Jose

28h 50m

2 stops

DEL23:30New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23 Mar

DEL11:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

61h 21m

2 stops

SJC12:31San Jose

₹ 67,001

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Delta

24 Jan

SFO15:40San Francisco

21h 50m

1 stop

BOM03:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2 Apr

BOM04:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

26h 39m

2 stops

SFO18:19San Francisco

₹ 68,345

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Delta

19 Jan

SFO15:40San Francisco

43h 10m

1 stop

BOM00:20Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

1 Feb

BOM02:20Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

SFO13:25San Francisco

₹ 68,524

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Virgin Atlantic flights from California to India

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Virgin Atlantic

14 Apr

LAX07:00Los Angeles

28h 29m

2 stops

DEL23:59New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

2 May

DEL02:15New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

30h 50m

1 stop

LAX20:35Los Angeles

₹ 69,778

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Virgin Atlantic

14 Mar

LAX11:50Los Angeles

26h 20m

2 stops

DEL02:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

31 May

DEL04:35New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

31h 16m

2 stops

LAX23:21Los Angeles

₹ 70,136

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Virgin Atlantic

24 Apr

LAX15:50Los Angeles

21h 40m

1 stop

DEL02:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

8 May

DEL04:35New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

31h 16m

2 stops

LAX23:21Los Angeles

₹ 70,226

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San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO - BLR

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

16:30-07:40

2 stops25h 40m

Bengaluru Intl

Fri 6/2

02:00-14:30

2 stops26h 00m

₹ 61,537

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO - BLR

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Fri 30/1

15:00-07:20

2 stops26h 50m

Bengaluru Intl

Thu 5/2

02:00-14:30

2 stops26h 00m

₹ 61,627

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO - BLR

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

16:30-02:30

1 stop20h 30m

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 9/2

19:05-12:25

1 stop30h 50m

₹ 61,716

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO - BLR

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Thu 22/1

16:30-07:40

2 stops25h 40m

Bengaluru Intl

Sun 8/2

07:45-14:30

1 stop20h 15m

₹ 61,806

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC - DEL

SJCDEL

San Jose

Mon 9/3

06:10-23:30

2 stops28h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 23/3

11:40-12:31

2 stops61h 21m

₹ 67,001

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

15:40-03:00

1 stop21h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 2/4

04:10-18:19

2 stops26h 39m

₹ 68,345

Los AngelesMumbai

LAX - BOM

LAXBOM

Los Angeles

Tue 3/2

19:10-22:40

1 stop38h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 19/3

01:15-17:35

1 stop28h 50m

₹ 68,345

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Mon 19/1

13:30-23:55

1 stop20h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 31/3

01:45-14:35

1 stop25h 20m

₹ 68,434

Los AngelesMumbai

LAX - BOM

LAXBOM

Los Angeles

Mon 12/1

08:35-02:50

2 stops28h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 25/3

04:40-22:35

2 stops30h 25m

₹ 68,613

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

07:00-23:59

2 stops28h 29m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 2/5

02:15-20:35

1 stop30h 50m

₹ 69,778

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to India from California, with most prices found around ₹ 68,076. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to India from California during August instead. Flights to India in August, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around ₹ 72,644.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to India is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for India on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as ₹ 94,508. Flights from California to India on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 127,852. 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 India?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to India when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 97,128. Flying to India in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of ₹ 107,510.

What is the cheapest California to India flight route?

Fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru Intl for the best California - India flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to India from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to India for around ₹ 91,477 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to India from California for as low as ₹ 79,183 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to India flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to India flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to India flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to India.

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Best price found	₹ 37,708
Fastest flight time	19h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in India	185 airports

The best one-way flight to India from California in the past 72 hours is ₹ 37,708. The best return flight deal from California to India found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 79,563.

The fastest flight from California to India takes 19h 50m

Direct flights go from California to India every day.

There are 185 airports in India. From California there are direct flights to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM), Bengaluru Intl (BLR), New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to India?
Prices for flights from California to India are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to India?
As of December 2025, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from California to India.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to India?
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 India.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?
The necessary travel and health documents for your India trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to India?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to India is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 50.98% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-200LR at 47.33%, Airbus A350-900 at 0.84%, and Airbus A380-800 at 0.27%.

Best airlines flying from California to India

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom ₹ 44,194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,017 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 46,301	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,954 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 55,064	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,414 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 57,632	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,100 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom ₹ 58,627	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,550 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 60,477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,102 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 61,969	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,440 reviews	Search Emirates flights
SWISS	PriceFrom ₹ 62,439	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,817 reviews	Search SWISS flights
ITA Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 63,478	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,112 reviews	Search ITA Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom ₹ 63,548	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,429 reviews	Search KLM flights

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