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Cheap flights from Chennai to California from ₹ 60,059

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
14 Sep — 21 Sep1
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 15 August 2026.

Sat 10/1004:05 -
2 stops33h 06m
Tue 20/1006:00 -
2 stops32h 20m
Deal found 10/8₹ 89,564
Thu 24/904:05 -
2 stops33h 03m
Mon 28/906:00 -
2 stops37h 55m
Deal found 11/8₹ 92,237
Thu 24/904:05 -
2 stops33h 17m
Sun 25/1023:59 -
2 stops43h 36m
Deal found 11/8₹ 94,433
Thu 1/1021:55 -
2 stops39h 13m
Sat 31/1006:00 -
2 stops32h 05m
Deal found 11/8₹ 95,675
Sun 1/1103:55 -
2 stops31h 54m
Fri 6/1123:35 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 10/8₹ 96,248
Fri 18/904:05 -
2 stops29h 32m
Sun 18/1006:10 -
2 stops25h 30m
Deal found 14/8₹ 96,534
Sun 27/910:15 -
2 stops40h 27m
Sun 4/1022:40 -
2 stops39h 40m
Deal found 13/8₹ 98,062
Wed 30/910:15 -
2 stops50h 08m
Thu 15/1022:40 -
2 stops33h 00m
Deal found 11/8₹ 98,826
Mon 28/910:15 -
2 stops44h 34m
Mon 5/1006:30 -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 14/8₹ 98,921
Tue 29/921:55 -
2 stops35h 42m
Tue 6/1006:01 -
2 stops25h 39m
Deal found 15/8₹ 100,926
Mon 28/921:55 -
2 stops33h 42m
Mon 5/1007:53 -
2 stops36h 02m
Deal found 14/8₹ 103,409
Thu 15/1021:55 -
2 stops35h 43m
Thu 29/1011:45 -
2 stops50h 20m
Deal found 14/8₹ 104,841

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 15 August 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 89,564

One-way from

₹ 60,059

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₹ 138,833
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 10/10-20/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 26m total
  • Chennai to California
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12/1
  • 12/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 52m total
  • Chennai to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (₹ 1,700,360 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 185,060 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 15 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to California that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

ChennaiLas Vegas

MAA Chennai - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

MAALAS

Chennai

Thu 24/9

04:05-00:38

2 stops33h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 28/9

06:00-08:25

2 stops37h 55m

₹ 92,237

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA Chennai - LAX Los Angeles

MAALAX

Chennai

Wed 7/10

04:05-23:59

2 stops32h 24m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/10

23:40-08:25

2 stops44h 15m

₹ 98,921

ChennaiOakland

MAA Chennai - OAK Oakland

MAAOAK

Chennai

Tue 17/11

07:35-22:39

2 stops28h 34m

Oakland

Tue 26/1

07:00-05:35

2 stops33h 05m

₹ 108,851

ChennaiOakland

MAA Chennai - OAK Oakland

MAAOAK

Chennai

Tue 17/11

07:35-22:40

2 stops28h 35m

Oakland

Tue 12/1

07:00-05:35

2 stops33h 05m

₹ 108,851

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA Chennai - LAX Los Angeles

MAALAX

Chennai

Mon 18/1

07:35-13:25

1 stop43h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 27/3

20:55-03:30

1 stop42h 05m

₹ 110,379

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA Chennai - SAN San Diego

MAASAN

Chennai

Mon 21/12

07:35-23:36

2 stops29h 31m

San Diego

Sat 9/1

13:45-05:35

2 stops26h 20m

₹ 110,570

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA Chennai - LAX Los Angeles

MAALAX

Chennai

Thu 24/9

05:35-08:50

2 stops39h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 25/10

18:05-05:35

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 112,193

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA Chennai - SAN San Diego

MAASAN

Chennai

Tue 19/1

03:55-20:20

2 stops29h 55m

San Diego

Sat 27/3

10:45-15:05

2 stops39h 50m

₹ 112,575

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA Chennai - SAN San Diego

MAASAN

Chennai

Tue 19/1

09:55-20:20

2 stops47h 55m

San Diego

Mon 22/3

10:45-08:05

2 stops32h 50m

₹ 112,575

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA Chennai - SAN San Diego

MAASAN

Chennai

Thu 21/1

03:55-20:20

2 stops29h 55m

San Diego

Mon 22/3

10:45-02:35

2 stops27h 20m

₹ 112,575

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of ₹ 97,393). Flying from Chennai to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 145,326). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chennai to California flights typically cost between ₹ 136,064 and ₹ 161,463 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 94,433 on Etihad Airways (24 Sept–25 Oct).

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

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chennai to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 15 August 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
1,583 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,453 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,945 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 28h 35m. The distance between Chennai and California is about 13903 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 ₹ 33,605. Users have also found prices from ₹ 36,246 and ₹ 48,984 on Air India and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Chennai - Oakland or Chennai - San Jose, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of ₹ 97,393). Flying from Chennai to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 145,326). 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 15 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 39,877Average₹ 116,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 59,292Average₹ 123,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 62,189Average₹ 120,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 72,237Average₹ 94,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 82,925Average₹ 115,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 88,734Average₹ 99,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 100,794Average₹ 132,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 136,355Average₹ 167,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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