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Cheap flights from Chennai to California from ₹ 45,219

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Wed 6/523:15
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/913:00
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2₹ 78,295
Wed 6/523:15
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/913:00
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2₹ 78,386
Tue 5/511:00
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop32h 30m
Air India
Wed 30/910:00
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops46h 30m
Air India
Deal found 13/2₹ 79,020
Tue 5/521:25
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops26h 50m
KLM
Wed 30/913:45
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops30h 05m
KLM
Deal found 13/2₹ 79,110
Tue 5/523:15
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/911:45
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2₹ 79,292
Tue 5/523:15
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/911:45
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2₹ 79,473
Sun 27/923:15
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/913:00
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2₹ 79,564
Tue 24/301:50
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/908:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2₹ 79,654
Mon 1/623:15
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/811:45
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2₹ 79,745
Tue 7/406:00
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop22h 05m
Air India
Thu 1/1018:45
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops27h 05m
Air India
Deal found 10/2₹ 79,926
Mon 8/623:00
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops55h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/911:45
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2₹ 80,017
Tue 3/323:35
MAA
-
LAX
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/512:25
LAX
-
MAA
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2₹ 82,645

Find flight deals from Chennai to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to California flight deals. Data was last updated 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 78,295

One-way from

₹ 45,219

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 98,684
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 6/5-29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • Chennai to California
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24/3
  • 24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 40m total
  • Chennai to California
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to California 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, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2026.
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Chennai

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 1/5

00:50-22:40

1 stop34h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 19/7

14:00-23:35

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 83,551

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 25/2

02:00-16:20

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

13:00-23:35

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 84,366

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 27/3

02:00-22:40

1 stop33h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 27/9

13:00-23:35

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 86,088

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 2/5

00:50-22:40

1 stop34h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 6/9

14:00-23:35

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 86,088

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 26/3

02:00-10:45

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 27/9

13:00-23:35

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 86,088

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Fri 1/5

00:50-22:40

1 stop34h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 30/9

13:00-23:35

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 86,088

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 6/4

20:10-12:50

2 stops29h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 27/4

13:45-08:40

2 stops30h 25m

₹ 86,722

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 9/4

06:00-15:35

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 8/7

10:00-10:20

1 stop35h 50m

₹ 86,994

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 27/4

19:05-11:45

2 stops29h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 24/10

20:10-06:30

2 stops45h 50m

₹ 87,810

ChennaiLas Vegas

MAA - LAS

MAALAS

Chennai

Mon 9/3

15:25-19:42

2 stops40h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/9

10:30-02:25

2 stops27h 25m

₹ 88,263

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of ₹ 61,259). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 86,813). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chennai to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 14 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Chennai to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,516 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,162 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,964 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to California?

    Chennai (MAA), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Chennai to California.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to California?

    Departing from Chennai to California will take you 29h 54m. The distance between Chennai and California is about 14429 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 31,774. Users have also found prices from ₹ 36,247 and ₹ 43,188 on Air India and IndiGo, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chennai to California?

    While some choose either Chennai - Los Angeles or Chennai - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Chennai - San Francisco is the most popular route from Chennai to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of ₹ 61,259). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 86,813). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Chennai to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest₹ 59,238Average₹ 101,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 63,035Average₹ 102,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 72,954Average₹ 110,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 75,547Average₹ 120,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 79,565Average₹ 95,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 84,213Average₹ 114,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 86,736Average₹ 96,815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 97,655Average₹ 125,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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