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$487+ 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
abr. 22 — abr. 291
mar. 4/22
mar. 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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Round-trip from

$913
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$507
(Yatra.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,221
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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 abril 17, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/201:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
sáb. 8/3012:05 amSFO - MAA
1 stop35h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/16$913
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mié. 5/215:35 amMAA - SFO
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/279:35 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$926
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 9/166:40 amMAA - SFO
1 stop23h 50mAir India
mié. 3/119:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop34h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/16$965
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/23:45 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops44h 55mAmerican Airlines
mié. 5/1412:57 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops51h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$966
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/110:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop35h 40mSingapore Airlines
lun. 9/111:30 amSFO - MAA
1 stop33h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/17$987
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
jue. 9/185:35 amMAA - SFO
1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways
jue. 3/121:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops27h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,000
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/241:55 amMAA - SFO
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
mié. 9/102:00 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops30h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/16$1,018
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/161:55 amMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
dom. 3/1512:30 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops46h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 4/16$1,025
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/310:00 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops27h 20mAir France
mié. 9/38:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops44h 15mAir France
Deal found 4/16$1,036
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/258:40 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 00mSWISS
mié. 9/102:20 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops54h 05mSWISS
Deal found 4/16$1,047
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/241:30 amMAA - LAX
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
jue. 7/3112:25 amLAX - MAA
1 stop35h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/17$1,050
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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. 7/115:35 amMAA - LAX
1 stop25h 00mBritish Airways
dom. 9/71:30 pmLAX - MAA
2 stops25h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,061

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to California that are best for you.

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Chennai

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 5/20

1:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop33h 40m

San Francisco

vie. 10/17

12:20 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 25m

$913

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 5/21

5:35 am-11:35 am

2 stops42h 30m

San Francisco

lun. 10/27

9:35 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$926

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 9/16

6:40 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 50m

San Francisco

mié. 3/11

9:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$965

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

vie. 5/2

3:45 pm-12:10 am

2 stops44h 55m

San Francisco

mié. 5/14

12:57 pm-5:15 am

2 stops51h 48m

$966

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 7/1

10:30 am-9:40 am

1 stop35h 40m

San Francisco

lun. 9/1

11:30 am-9:20 am

1 stop33h 20m

$987

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

jue. 9/18

5:35 am-5:25 pm

1 stop24h 20m

San Francisco

jue. 3/12

1:25 pm-5:35 am

2 stops27h 40m

$1,000

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 6/24

1:55 am-3:55 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

mié. 9/10

2:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops30h 25m

$1,018

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 9/16

1:55 am-9:40 pm

2 stops32h 15m

San Francisco

dom. 3/15

12:30 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops46h 55m

$1,025

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mar. 6/3

10:00 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops27h 20m

San Francisco

mié. 9/3

8:25 pm-5:10 am

2 stops44h 15m

$1,036

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

mié. 6/25

8:40 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops32h 00m

San Francisco

mié. 9/10

2:20 pm-8:55 am

2 stops54h 05m

$1,047

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to California

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $246). Flying from Chennai to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 abril 17, 2025.

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 abril 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Emirates 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
323 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • 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 Singapore Airlines ($507), IndiGo ($523), and American Airlines ($528).

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

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

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

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to California (average of $246). Flying from Chennai to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$781Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$782Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$870Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$889Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$965Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,068Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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