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Cheap flights from California to India from ₹ 44,232

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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DEL
16 Sep — 23 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 17 August 2026.

Sun 13/906:40 -
2 stops28h 10m
Tue 8/1205:10 -
2 stops30h 28m
Deal found 15/8₹ 77,859
Thu 10/914:41 -
2 stops44h 50m
Wed 16/901:20 -
2 stops31h 51m
Deal found 17/8₹ 78,719
Thu 3/909:34 -
2 stops30h 11m
Wed 14/1003:55 -
2 stops28h 26m
Deal found 14/8₹ 78,719
Mon 21/907:00 -
2 stops27h 50m
Fri 2/1001:20 -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 12/8₹ 78,814
Mon 14/906:10 -
2 stops28h 40m
Mon 7/1205:10 -
2 stops52h 57m
Deal found 15/8₹ 79,005
Sun 13/909:42 -
2 stops25h 08m
Fri 4/1205:10 -
2 stops65h 18m
Deal found 15/8₹ 79,101
Sat 3/1020:41 -
2 stops40h 44m
Mon 2/1105:10 -
2 stops28h 09m
Deal found 12/8₹ 79,196
Wed 9/920:53 -
2 stops62h 38m
Fri 18/901:20 -
2 stops33h 16m
Deal found 17/8₹ 79,292
Wed 2/918:12 -
2 stops40h 08m
Wed 14/1000:50 -
2 stops27h 27m
Deal found 14/8₹ 79,292
Sat 12/912:51 -
2 stops45h 59m
Tue 8/1205:10 -
2 stops30h 28m
Deal found 15/8₹ 79,387
Wed 9/920:53 -
2 stops62h 38m
Tue 22/901:20 -
2 stops45h 55m
Deal found 17/8₹ 79,770
Fri 28/822:20 -
2 stops41h 25m
Tue 8/900:50 -
2 stops51h 24m
Deal found 16/8₹ 79,770

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 17 August 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 77,859

One-way from

₹ 44,232

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 88,845

Good round-trip deal

₹ 98,828 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 51,724 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/9-8/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 38m total
  • California to India
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 23/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • California to India
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 222,699 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 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 17 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC San Jose - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

SJCDEL

San Jose

Tue 8/9

07:00-22:50

2 stops27h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 4/10

00:50-17:24

2 stops29h 04m

₹ 78,719

San JoseNew Delhi

SJC San Jose - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

SJCDEL

San Jose

Mon 28/9

14:41-01:55

2 stops22h 44m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 4/10

00:50-17:24

2 stops29h 04m

₹ 78,719

San JoseMumbai

SJC San Jose - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

SJCBOM

San Jose

Mon 21/9

07:00-23:20

2 stops27h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 4/10

01:20-15:44

2 stops26h 54m

₹ 78,814

San JoseMumbai

SJC San Jose - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

SJCBOM

San Jose

Mon 14/9

06:00-23:20

2 stops28h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 4/12

05:10-08:58

2 stops65h 18m

₹ 79,101

San JoseMumbai

SJC San Jose - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

SJCBOM

San Jose

Fri 28/8

06:10-00:01

2 stops29h 21m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 10/9

01:20-21:22

2 stops32h 32m

₹ 80,629

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

LAXDEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 2/9

06:40-20:15

2 stops25h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 17/9

10:50-00:31

2 stops26h 11m

₹ 91,233

San FranciscoMumbai

SFO San Francisco - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

SFOBOM

San Francisco

Fri 11/9

18:43-09:35

2 stops26h 22m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 18/9

04:15-15:45

1 stop24h 00m

₹ 93,144

Los AngelesNew Delhi

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

LAXDEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

07:35-00:05

2 stops28h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 2/10

02:05-18:12

2 stops28h 37m

₹ 94,099
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO San Francisco - BLR Bengaluru Intl

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Thu 3/9

13:55-00:15

1 stop21h 50m

Bengaluru Intl

Thu 1/10

02:55-11:30

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 95,437

San FranciscoBengaluru

SFO San Francisco - BLR Bengaluru Intl

SFOBLR

San Francisco

Tue 8/9

13:55-00:15

1 stop21h 50m

Bengaluru Intl

Wed 23/9

02:20-11:55

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 95,437

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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 ₹ 86,552). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 145,018). 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 17 August 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from California to India by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 8 August 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 Japan Airlines fly from California to India in about 21h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 30m. The distance between California and India is about 13977 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    ₹ 26,035 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 ₹ 28,678 and ₹ 31,317, 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 ₹ 86,552). Flying from California to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 145,018). 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 17 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest₹ 44,297Average₹ 119,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapest₹ 44,688Average₹ 88,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 48,030Average₹ 105,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 49,086Average₹ 104,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SWISSCheapest₹ 60,996Average₹ 87,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 61,699Average₹ 158,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 63,866Average₹ 106,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 63,929Average₹ 121,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest₹ 64,088Average₹ 89,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 64,741Average₹ 124,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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