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$459+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to California

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
nov. 5 — nov. 121
1 adult
mar. 11/5
mar. 11/12
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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 octubre 31, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/197:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 40mAir India
mar. 12/318:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop23h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/30$903
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/91:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop32h 55mCathay Pacific
dom. 4/2712:15 amSFO - MAA
1 stop35h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/30$924
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/63:45 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/64:10 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$958
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/189:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 30mLufthansa
mié. 4/161:45 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop21h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$972
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/57:35 amMAA - SFO
2 stops29h 46mBritish Airways
lun. 4/213:30 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop23h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/31$976
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/173:30 amMAA - SFO
2 stops28h 43mQatar Airways
mié. 4/164:10 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,017
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/87:35 amMAA - LAX
2 stops28h 59mBritish Airways
sáb. 11/231:00 pmLAX - MAA
2 stops27h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/31$1,079
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/51:50 amMAA - LAX
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
mié. 11/1310:55 amLAX - MAA
1 stop24h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/30$1,088
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/53:45 amMAA - LAX
2 stops25h 59mQatar Airways
mié. 11/133:10 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/30$1,097
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/115:15 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/2710:55 amLAX - MAA
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,153
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/103:45 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 35mEmirates
jue. 3/63:40 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Deal found 10/31$1,163
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dom. 11/2410:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop35h 20mSingapore Airlines
mar. 12/109:40 amSFO - MAA
1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,170

Find flights from Chennai to California within your budget

Customize 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated octubre 31, 2024.

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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

jue. 11/7

3:45 am-12:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$481

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

vie. 11/22

9:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$490

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

jue. 11/28

11:25 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$510

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 1/29

11:25 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$515

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 1/28

1:50 am-9:30 am

1 stop21h 10m

$571

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dom. 3/2

10:30 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$609

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 12/4

4:40 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$613

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

dom. 11/17

9:00 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$615

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 11/13

8:45 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$617

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

jue. 12/19

9:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop40h 35m

$661

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Travel insights for flights from Chennai to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chennai to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $240). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 MAA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 31, 2024.

When flying from Chennai to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 octubre 31, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific from Chennai to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,337 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,352 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
379 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
876 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Chennai to California.

  • Can I find flights from Chennai to California for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chennai to California for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air India for just $756, but on average you can expect to pay $1,074.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chennai to California for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from Chennai to California under $1,600. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chennai to California is less than $2,553.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chennai to California for under $1,000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chennai to California within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to California are Air India ($459), Qatar Airways ($481), and Singapore Airlines ($515).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Chennai to California are Chennai - San Francisco, Chennai - Los Angeles and Chennai - San Jose.

  • What does MAA to LAX mean?

    This is defined as Chennai Airport (MAA) and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). Codes like Los Angeles Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chennai to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chennai to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chennai to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chennai to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chennai to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chennai to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chennai to California flight deals updated?

    The Chennai to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $240). Flying from Chennai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 7 airlines flying from Chennai to California

Discover the top 7 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated octubre 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$807Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$944Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$987Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,063Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,242Average$1,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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