What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tamil Nadu to California?

Qatar Airways, Air India, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Tamil Nadu to California

How long is the flight from Tamil Nadu to California?

The average flight duration from Tamil Nadu to California depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Chennai to Los Angeles is 32h 15m on average, while flying from Tiruchirappalli to Los Angeles is 45h 55m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

Which airlines fly to California?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and Air India are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Tamil Nadu according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Tamil Nadu to California is 10 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tamil Nadu to California?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tamil Nadu to California.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

₹ 57,631 Cheap Flights from Tamil Nadu to California in 2026

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04:05 - 00:59

MAA

LAS

33h 24m

2 stops

10:25 - 02:50

LAS

MAA

27h 55m

2 stops

₹ 92,077Etihad Airways

Wed, 8 Jul - Wed, 5 Aug

04:05 - 00:59

MAA

LAS

33h 24m

2 stops

10:25 - 08:25

LAS

MAA

33h 30m

2 stops

₹ 96,052Etihad Airways

Tue, 7 Jul - Wed, 5 Aug

08:05 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

35h 25m

2 stops

10:30 - 00:45

SFO

MAA

25h 45m

2 stops

₹ 110,531Air India

Thu, 25 Jun - Sat, 4 Jul

04:05 - 14:00

MAA

SFO

22h 25m

1 stop

15:40 - 08:15

SFO

MAA

27h 05m

1 stop

₹ 110,815Emirates

Mon, 7 Sep - Fri, 29 Jan

09:50 - 14:00

MAA

SFO

40h 40m

1 stop

15:40 - 02:15

SFO

MAA

21h 05m

1 stop

₹ 111,193Emirates

Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

16:20 - 07:00

MAA

SFO

27h 10m

2 stops

10:30 - 00:45

SFO

MAA

25h 45m

2 stops

₹ 111,288Air India

Thu, 20 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug

00:50 - 11:15

MAA

LAX

22h 55m

1 stop

22:35 - 00:35

LAX

MAA

36h 30m

1 stop

₹ 133,716Cathay Pacific

Mon, 6 Jul - Sun, 6 Dec

00:50 - 22:35

MAA

LAX

34h 15m

1 stop

00:25 - 23:35

LAX

MAA

34h 40m

1 stop

₹ 133,810Cathay Pacific

Sun, 5 Jul - Sun, 9 Aug

00:15 - 20:35

TRZ

SFO

32h 50m

1 stop

20:15 - 00:30

SFO

TRZ

38h 45m

1 stop

₹ 137,028Singapore Airlines

Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 5 Nov

01:30 - 20:35

TRZ

SFO

31h 35m

1 stop

09:40 - 00:30

SFO

TRZ

25h 20m

1 stop

₹ 152,264Singapore Airlines

Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 1 Feb

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Cathay Pacific flights from Tamil Nadu to California

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Cathay Pacific

24 Jun

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 55m

1 stop

SFO23:15San Francisco

2 Sept

SFO14:00San Francisco

21h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 119,332

Cathay Pacific

24 Jun

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 55m

1 stop

SFO23:15San Francisco

10 Oct

SFO13:00San Francisco

22h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 120,089

Cathay Pacific

24 Jun

MAA00:50Chennai

34h 55m

1 stop

SFO23:15San Francisco

12 Jul

SFO01:20San Francisco

33h 45m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 120,940

Lufthansa flights from Tamil Nadu to California

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Lufthansa

1 Jul

MAA01:55Chennai

23h 15m

1 stop

SFO12:40San Francisco

23 Sept

SFO08:10San Francisco

27h 30m

2 stops

MAA00:10Chennai

₹ 114,600

Lufthansa

19 Jul

MAA01:55Chennai

46h 40m

2 stops

LAX12:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

10 Jan

LAX17:30Los Angeles Los Angeles

41h 05m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

₹ 138,164

Lufthansa

16 Jun

MAA01:55Chennai

23h 45m

1 stop

LAX13:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

23 Jun

LAX15:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

29h 20m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 149,898

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ChennaiLas Vegas

MAA - LAS

MAALAS

Chennai

Wed 8/7

04:05-00:59

2 stops33h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/8

10:25-02:50

2 stops27h 55m

₹ 92,077

ChennaiLas Vegas

MAA - LAS

MAALAS

Chennai

Tue 7/7

04:05-00:59

2 stops33h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/8

10:25-08:25

2 stops33h 30m

₹ 96,052

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 25/6

08:05-07:00

2 stops35h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 4/7

10:30-00:45

2 stops25h 45m

₹ 110,531

Fastest return journey

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 7/9

04:05-14:00

1 stop22h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 29/1

15:40-08:15

1 stop27h 05m

₹ 110,815

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 23/10

09:50-14:00

1 stop40h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 14/11

15:40-02:15

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 111,193

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 20/8

16:20-07:00

2 stops27h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 21/8

10:30-00:45

2 stops25h 45m

₹ 111,288

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Mon 6/7

00:50-11:15

1 stop22h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/12

22:35-00:35

1 stop36h 30m

₹ 133,716

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Sun 5/7

00:50-22:35

1 stop34h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/8

00:25-23:35

1 stop34h 40m

₹ 133,810

TiruchirappalliSan Francisco

TRZ - SFO

TRZSFO

Tiruchirappalli Civil

Thu 3/9

00:15-20:35

1 stop32h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 5/11

20:15-00:30

1 stop38h 45m

₹ 137,028

TiruchirappalliSan Francisco

TRZ - SFO

TRZSFO

Tiruchirappalli Civil

Thu 3/9

01:30-20:35

1 stop31h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 1/2

09:40-00:30

1 stop25h 20m

₹ 152,264

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Tamil Nadu to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Tamil Nadu is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around ₹ 33,311, 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 Tamil Nadu averaging around ₹ 41,165.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Tamil Nadu when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around ₹ 105,736 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 Tamil Nadu for as low as ₹ 87,630 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Tamil Nadu to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Tamil Nadu to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	19h 55m
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The fastest flight from Tamil Nadu to California takes 19h 55m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Tamil Nadu to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tamil Nadu to California?
Prices for flights from Tamil Nadu to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tamil Nadu to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Tamil Nadu to California is 10 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tamil Nadu to California?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tamil Nadu to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Tamil Nadu to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 61,433	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 570 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 61,635	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,545 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 72,064	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom ₹ 79,892	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 690 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 82,311	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,380 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 83,338	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,667 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 85,460	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,066 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 87,943	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,052 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 93,212	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 99,896	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,590 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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