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Cheap flights from California to India from ₹ 42,163

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DEL
22 Jun — 29 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from California to India

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Cheapest flights from California to India
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to India. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 May 2026.

Wed 14/1009:05
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops26h 26m
Delta
Tue 10/1102:25
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops34h 59m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 78,959
Mon 5/1009:05
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops25h 15m
Delta
Mon 19/1003:55
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops25h 32m
Delta
Deal found 22/5₹ 78,959
Tue 15/907:15
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops27h 35m
Delta
Mon 5/1001:20
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops33h 21m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 79,055
Sun 4/1013:50
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops44h 30m
Delta
Tue 20/1003:55
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops30h 46m
Delta
Deal found 22/5₹ 79,438
Sat 12/917:05
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops42h 26m
Delta
Sat 3/1002:00
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops26h 45m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 79,534
Fri 18/915:45
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops45h 40m
Delta
Wed 21/1003:55
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops27h 23m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 79,534
Thu 17/907:15
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops27h 35m
Delta
Sat 3/1001:20
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops46h 06m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 79,630
Mon 21/907:15
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops28h 20m
Delta
Wed 30/903:55
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops24h 51m
Delta
Deal found 21/5₹ 80,013
Fri 18/915:45
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops45h 40m
Delta
Sun 18/1003:55
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops43h 32m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 80,109
Sun 20/913:50
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops44h 30m
Delta
Thu 15/1000:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops33h 27m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 80,205
Sun 13/915:45
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops43h 05m
Delta
Fri 9/1001:20
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops26h 57m
Delta
Deal found 20/5₹ 80,301
Tue 2/614:51
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops43h 29m
Delta
Tue 9/601:05
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops46h 08m
Delta
Deal found 21/5₹ 80,780

Find flight deals from California to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to India flight deals. Data was last updated 23 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 78,959

One-way from

₹ 42,163

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 101,286

Good round-trip deal

₹ 122,402 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 51,336 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 14/9-7/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 38m total
  • California to India
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 11/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 35m total
  • California to India
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 281,399 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from California to India 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 23 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC - DEL

SJCDEL

San Jose

Mon 5/10

09:05-22:50

2 stops25h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 18/10

03:55-18:52

2 stops27h 27m

₹ 78,959

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC - DEL

SJCDEL

San Jose

Mon 5/10

09:05-22:50

2 stops25h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 22/10

03:55-16:16

2 stops24h 51m

₹ 78,959

San JoseMumbai

SJC - BOM

SJCBOM

San Jose

Tue 15/9

07:15-23:20

2 stops27h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 5/10

01:20-22:11

2 stops33h 21m

₹ 79,055

San JoseMumbai

SJC - BOM

SJCBOM

San Jose

Sat 12/9

17:05-00:01

2 stops42h 26m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 3/10

02:00-16:15

2 stops26h 45m

₹ 79,534

San JoseMumbai

SJC - BOM

SJCBOM

San Jose

Mon 3/8

06:10-00:01

2 stops29h 21m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 18/8

02:00-22:13

2 stops32h 43m

₹ 95,058

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Wed 28/10

16:45-02:15

1 stop21h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 2/12

04:15-12:50

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 96,399

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Mon 27/7

23:50-00:50

2 stops36h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 4/9

02:30-23:07

2 stops33h 07m

₹ 99,849

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX - DEL

LAXDEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 27/10

22:15-00:10

1 stop37h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 14/11

22:45-20:55

1 stop35h 40m

₹ 100,328
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

17:05-02:25

1 stop20h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 18/8

04:25-14:00

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 100,615

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC - DEL

SJCDEL

San Jose

Wed 7/10

06:00-06:00

2 stops35h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 27/10

03:20-21:56

2 stops31h 06m

₹ 102,628

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Best time to book a flight from California to India

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to India (average of ₹ 76,084). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 140,766). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to IN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 May 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from California to India by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

The best time to book flights from California to India is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to India?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from California to India. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their California to India flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from California to India?

    Airlines like Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and Emirates fly from California to India in about 21h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 50m. The distance between California and India is about 13501 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    ₹ 26,115 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and KLM, with prices starting from ₹ 28,798 and ₹ 31,413, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to India 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 California to India?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to India (average of ₹ 76,084). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 140,766). 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 10 airlines flying from California to India

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to India. 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 23 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 44,772Average₹ 123,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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DeltaCheapest₹ 47,278Average₹ 89,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 49,235Average₹ 107,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 50,219Average₹ 107,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 55,227Average₹ 93,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapest₹ 61,182Average₹ 85,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 61,653Average₹ 117,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest₹ 63,234Average₹ 181,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 64,457Average₹ 115,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ITA AirwaysCheapest₹ 67,908Average₹ 84,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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