Which airlines fly to California?

Cathay Pacific, Air India and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Chennai according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to California

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

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

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

As of April 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to California.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to California.

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

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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21:55 - 21:28

MAA

SFO

36h 03m

2 stops

11:28 - 02:25

SFO

MAA

26h 27m

2 stops

₹ 95,347Multiple Airlines

Thu, 24 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct

22:05 - 14:00

MAA

SFO

28h 25m

1 stop

17:05 - 20:30

SFO

MAA

38h 55m

1 stop

₹ 95,909Emirates

Thu, 4 Jun - Tue, 20 Oct

03:55 - 13:35

MAA

SFO

22h 10m

1 stop

15:00 - 02:20

SFO

MAA

21h 50m

1 stop

₹ 98,534Qatar Airways

Sun, 5 Jul - Tue, 10 Nov

16:05 - 23:49

MAA

LAS

44h 14m

2 stops

11:30 - 02:30

LAS

MAA

49h 30m

2 stops

₹ 103,691Etihad Airways

Mon, 18 May - Sat, 14 Nov

10:15 - 14:42

MAA

LAS

40h 57m

2 stops

23:15 - 02:30

LAS

MAA

37h 45m

2 stops

₹ 111,566Etihad Airways

Tue, 19 May - Tue, 17 Nov

01:55 - 16:00

MAA

LAX

26h 35m

2 stops

22:45 - 00:10

LAX

MAA

36h 55m

2 stops

₹ 111,754Air India

Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 30 Mar

01:55 - 16:00

MAA

LAX

26h 35m

2 stops

12:20 - 04:55

LAX

MAA

28h 05m

2 stops

₹ 113,160Air India

Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 1 Apr

04:10 - 22:58

MAA

LAS

31h 18m

2 stops

10:18 - 02:50

LAS

MAA

28h 02m

2 stops

₹ 120,191Qatar Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 14 Oct

05:35 - 22:34

MAA

SAN

29h 29m

2 stops

19:40 - 03:30

SAN

MAA

43h 20m

1 stop

₹ 135,754British Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

05:35 - 22:34

MAA

SAN

29h 29m

2 stops

16:28 - 03:30

SAN

MAA

46h 32m

2 stops

₹ 136,036British Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

Turkish Airlines flights from Chennai to California

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Turkish Airlines

7 May

MAA20:15Chennai

32h 55m

2 stops

SFO16:40San Francisco

1 Oct

SFO12:55San Francisco

32h 55m

2 stops

MAA10:20Chennai

₹ 110,535

Turkish Airlines

26 Apr

MAA22:30Chennai

30h 40m

3 stops

SFO16:40San Francisco

31 Aug

SFO12:55San Francisco

32h 55m

2 stops

MAA10:20Chennai

₹ 114,472

Turkish Airlines

22 Jul

MAA23:45Chennai

48h 25m

2 stops

LAX11:40Los Angeles

14 Jan

LAX13:05Los Angeles

33h 35m

2 stops

MAA12:10Chennai

₹ 117,754

Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to California

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Cathay Pacific

5 May

MAA00:50Chennai

33h 40m

1 stop

LAX22:00Los Angeles

15 Sept

LAX13:20Los Angeles

21h 45m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 132,473

Cathay Pacific

4 May

MAA00:50Chennai

33h 40m

1 stop

LAX22:00Los Angeles

14 Sept

LAX13:20Los Angeles

21h 45m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 133,129

Cathay Pacific

5 May

MAA00:50Chennai

33h 40m

1 stop

LAX22:00Los Angeles

1 Oct

LAX23:30Los Angeles

35h 35m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 133,411

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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 24/9

21:55-21:28

2 stops36h 03m

San Francisco

Fri 16/10

11:28-02:25

2 stops26h 27m

₹ 95,347

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 4/6

22:05-14:00

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

17:05-20:30

1 stop38h 55m

₹ 95,909

Fastest return journey

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 5/7

03:55-13:35

1 stop22h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

15:00-02:20

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 98,534

ChennaiLas Vegas

MAA - LAS

MAALAS

Chennai

Mon 18/5

16:05-23:49

2 stops44h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 14/11

11:30-02:30

2 stops49h 30m

₹ 103,691

ChennaiLas Vegas

MAA - LAS

MAALAS

Chennai

Tue 19/5

10:15-14:42

2 stops40h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 17/11

23:15-02:30

2 stops37h 45m

₹ 111,566

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Wed 14/10

01:55-16:00

2 stops26h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 30/3

22:45-00:10

2 stops36h 55m

₹ 111,754

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Tue 13/10

01:55-16:00

2 stops26h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/4

12:20-04:55

2 stops28h 05m

₹ 113,160

ChennaiLas Vegas

MAA - LAS

MAALAS

Chennai

Wed 10/6

04:10-22:58

2 stops31h 18m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 14/10

10:18-02:50

2 stops28h 02m

₹ 120,191

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 16/9

05:35-22:34

2 stops29h 29m

San Diego

Sun 20/9

19:40-03:30

1 stop43h 20m

₹ 135,754

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 16/9

05:35-22:34

2 stops29h 29m

San Diego

Sun 20/9

16:28-03:30

2 stops46h 32m

₹ 136,036

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chennai to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Chennai is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around ₹ 86,628, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around ₹ 87,003.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around ₹ 103,128 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Chennai for as low as ₹ 87,940 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to California flights?

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

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Fastest flight time	22h 05m
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The fastest flight from Chennai to California takes 22h 05m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to California?
As of April 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chennai to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 60,862	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 552 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 61,062	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,502 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 72,298	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,967 reviews	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 81,546	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,295 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 87,126	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,910 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 89,736	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,944 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 92,346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 100,363	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,560 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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