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$341+ Cheap flights from California to Chennai (MAA)

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from California to Chennai

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$777
(oojo)

One-way from

$341
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,039

Good round-trip deal

$1,399 or less
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From California to Chennai
One-way flight from California to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($103 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Chennai.

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Cheapest flights from California to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/111:30 amSFO - MAA
1 stop33h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 4/810:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop35h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/19$742
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/911:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/196:30 amMAA - SFO
3 stops50h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$785
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/72:20 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops54h 05mSWISS
Tue 10/78:40 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops32h 25mSWISS
Deal found 2/19$794
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/269:00 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop21h 30mAir India
Mon 9/159:10 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 20mAir India
Deal found 2/20$803
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/712:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/161:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop28h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/19$833
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 9/91:20 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops31h 05mLufthansa
Mon 10/61:55 amMAA - SFO
1 stop26h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$840
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Fri 9/262:20 pmLAX - MAA
2 stops30h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/111:25 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops25h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18$912
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/55:05 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop38h 55mEmirates
Mon 6/164:00 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 30mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$921
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Wed 3/1911:42 pmLAX - MAA
2 stops32h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/2611:50 pmMAA - LAX
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$925
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/32:45 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 3/243:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$934
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Thu 2/2011:20 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop35h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 3/41:50 amMAA - LAX
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/19$935
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Sat 3/111:00 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops40h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/102:35 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops33h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$993

Find flights from California to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Chennai 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

11:30 am-9:20 am

1 stop33h 20m

Chennai

Tue 4/8

10:30 am-9:40 am

1 stop35h 40m

$742

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

11:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

Chennai

Wed 3/19

6:30 am-8:40 pm

3 stops50h 40m

$785

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

9:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Chennai

Mon 5/5

8:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$826

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

12:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 50m

Chennai

Fri 5/16

1:30 am-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$833

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

8:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops27h 05m

Chennai

Tue 5/27

1:55 am-9:42 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$840

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

2:35 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 50m

Chennai

Tue 5/27

1:55 am-7:50 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$845

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

5:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop38h 55m

Chennai

Mon 6/16

4:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$921

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Wed 3/19

11:42 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops32h 08m

Chennai

Wed 3/26

11:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$925

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

2:45 pm-1:55 am

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Mon 3/24

3:30 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$934

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

11:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Chennai

Fri 4/25

10:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$941

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Best time to book a flight from California to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from California to Chennai

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from California to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Chennai as you normally would.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Chennai, such as ANA, Japan Airlines and Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from California?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from California, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Chennai.

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

    $341 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and Air India, with prices starting from $373 and $426, respectively.

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Chennai is $5,296. On average you can expect to pay $5,458. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Chennai), can usually be booked for $644.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Chennai 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 Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from California to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 Chennai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$721Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$733Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$734Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$758Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$819Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$861Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$940Average$1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$942Average$1,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,063Average$1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,073Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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