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$582+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to California

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MAA — LAX
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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$981
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One-way from

$582
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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 January 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 3/249:35 amMAA - SFO
1 stop19h 50mAir India
Wed 9/1710:30 amSFO - MAA
1 stop24h 35mAir India
Deal found 1/19$981
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/121:40 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Sat 5/31:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/20$986
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/57:35 amMAA - SFO
1 stop24h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 5/154:35 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$988
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2711:25 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop21h 55mSingapore Airlines
Thu 4/1711:30 amSFO - MAA
1 stop46h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$990
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 3/261:45 amMAA - SFO
1 stop24h 20mLufthansa
Mon 9/151:20 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 1/19$1,023
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/261:45 amMAA - SFO
2 stops27h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1711:15 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,029
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 3/301:40 amMAA - LAX
1 stop25h 45mCathay Pacific
Thu 9/2511:30 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop36h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/20$1,049
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1310:30 amMAA - LAX
1 stop47h 40mSingapore Airlines
Sat 5/311:40 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop33h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,052
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 3/279:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop28h 40mEmirates
Sun 9/215:05 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop20h 55mEmirates
Deal found 1/19$1,059
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/117:35 amMAA - LAX
2 stops28h 54mBritish Airways
Sun 3/25:35 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop22h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,065
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 5/242:50 amMAA - LAX
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/232:20 pmLAX - MAA
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,092
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/37:35 amMAA - SAN
2 stops27h 09mBritish Airways
Tue 5/278:13 amSAN - MAA
2 stops30h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,103

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 3/24

9:35 am-4:55 pm

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

10:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$981

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sat 4/12

1:40 am-11:25 am

1 stop22h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

1:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 45m

$986

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 2/5

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop24h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

4:35 pm-3:30 am

1 stop22h 25m

$988

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 3/27

11:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

11:30 am-10:00 pm

1 stop46h 00m

$990

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 3/26

1:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop24h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

1:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 20m

$1,023

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 3/26

1:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop24h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

11:15 pm-12:10 am

2 stops36h 25m

$1,029

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Sun 3/30

1:40 am-2:55 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/25

11:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop36h 15m

$1,049

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Sun 4/13

10:30 am-9:40 pm

1 stop47h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

11:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,052

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 3/27

9:45 am-1:50 pm

1 stop40h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

5:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop26h 30m

$1,059

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Tue 2/11

7:35 am-10:59 pm

2 stops28h 54m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/2

5:35 pm-5:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$1,065

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
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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, 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways 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
1,449 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
338 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

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.

  • 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 American Airlines ($621), IndiGo ($624), and Emirates ($632).

  • 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?

    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.

  • 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$821Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$908Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$945Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$964Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$978Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,074Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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