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Cheap flights from California to India from ₹ 43,459

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DEL
4 Jul — 11 Jul1
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 4 June 2026.

Wed 14/1007:00
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops28h 31m
Delta
Mon 9/1102:25
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops32h 03m
Delta
Deal found 2/6₹ 78,877
Thu 4/607:00
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops27h 20m
Delta
Tue 29/900:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops32h 13m
Delta
Deal found 30/5₹ 78,877
Wed 16/912:46
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops46h 45m
Delta
Sun 20/902:00
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops29h 27m
Delta
Deal found 2/6₹ 78,973
Wed 10/609:54
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops24h 26m
Delta
Wed 24/600:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops31h 52m
Delta
Deal found 30/5₹ 78,973
Mon 16/1119:35
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops39h 15m
Delta
Mon 7/1205:10
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops27h 18m
Delta
Deal found 31/5₹ 79,451
Tue 9/614:51
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops43h 29m
Delta
Wed 24/600:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops31h 52m
Delta
Deal found 30/5₹ 79,451
Sat 6/620:50
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops38h 00m
Delta
Wed 24/601:20
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops31h 22m
Delta
Deal found 30/5₹ 79,547
Mon 8/613:40
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops44h 40m
Delta
Tue 23/600:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops44h 54m
Delta
Deal found 31/5₹ 80,026
Sat 13/611:38
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops46h 42m
Delta
Wed 24/600:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops31h 52m
Delta
Deal found 30/5₹ 80,121
Sat 13/611:38
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops46h 42m
Delta
Tue 23/600:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops44h 54m
Delta
Deal found 31/5₹ 80,696
Sun 15/1107:15
SJC
-
BOM
2 stops51h 40m
Delta
Wed 2/1202:25
BOM
-
SJC
2 stops29h 57m
Delta
Deal found 31/5₹ 80,791
Sat 11/706:00
SJC
-
DEL
2 stops28h 20m
Delta
Thu 20/800:50
DEL
-
SJC
2 stops35h 24m
Delta
Deal found 30/5₹ 80,791

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 4 June 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 78,877

One-way from

₹ 43,459

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 115,156

Good round-trip deal

₹ 122,274 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 57,855 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 14/10-9/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 34m total
  • California to India
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  • Delta
  • 7/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 30m total
  • California to India
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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 4 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

San JoseMumbai

SJC - BOM

SJCBOM

San Jose

Mon 16/11

05:45-00:25

2 stops29h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 11/12

02:20-23:54

2 stops35h 04m

₹ 78,973

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC - DEL

SJCDEL

San Jose

Tue 15/9

06:10-01:55

2 stops31h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 25/9

00:50-19:35

2 stops31h 15m

₹ 78,973

San JoseMumbai

SJC - BOM

SJCBOM

San Jose

Sat 1/8

06:00-00:01

2 stops29h 31m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 28/1

02:25-12:28

2 stops47h 33m

₹ 93,618
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Wed 21/10

17:05-02:25

1 stop20h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 18/11

21:30-12:50

1 stop28h 50m

₹ 96,394

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Wed 21/10

17:05-09:05

1 stop27h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 16/11

16:15-12:50

1 stop34h 05m

₹ 96,394

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Mon 30/11

08:00-05:20

2 stops31h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 22/1

07:20-18:45

1 stop24h 55m

₹ 97,830

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Sat 24/10

16:15-08:45

2 stops28h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 14/11

04:55-23:59

2 stops32h 34m

₹ 98,596

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Thu 17/9

23:15-09:10

1 stop21h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 2/10

02:05-21:25

1 stop31h 50m

₹ 99,553

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO - BOM

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Thu 27/8

15:55-02:50

1 stop22h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 4/9

22:15-13:35

1 stop27h 50m

₹ 100,319

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

11:58-01:55

2 stops25h 27m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 7/12

03:20-15:08

2 stops25h 18m

₹ 101,276

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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 ₹ 76,580). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 141,193). 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 4 June 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% 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 30 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, Emirates, and British Airways fly from California to India in about 20h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h. The distance between California and India is about 12373 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    ₹ 26,088 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 ₹ 28,736 and ₹ 31,380, 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 ₹ 76,580). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 141,193). 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 4 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest₹ 43,375Average₹ 90,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 49,184Average₹ 105,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 50,166Average₹ 107,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapest₹ 61,118Average₹ 85,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 61,589Average₹ 116,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 64,058Average₹ 118,938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 64,390Average₹ 116,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ITA AirwaysCheapest₹ 67,864Average₹ 84,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest₹ 68,921Average₹ 89,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 69,181Average₹ 121,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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