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$543+ 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Chennai (MAA). 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 November 20, 2024.

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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 November 20, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/2910:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 1/281:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$1,067
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/410:55 amLAX - MAA
1 stop24h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 12/71:50 amMAA - LAX
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$1,080
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:40 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops27h 05mLufthansa
Thu 1/308:30 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops35h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$1,102
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:40 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/295:15 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops31h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,117
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/28:55 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops40h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 12/103:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,124
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/35:30 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 12/127:35 amMAA - SFO
1 stop24h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,126
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/309:15 amSFO - MAA
1 stop24h 10mAir India
Wed 1/297:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 40mAir India
Deal found 11/19$1,166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2410:15 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1011:25 pmMAA - LAX
3 stops45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,176
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/23:35 pmLAX - MAA
1 stop27h 10mEmirates
Thu 1/239:40 pmMAA - LAX
1 stop28h 35mEmirates
Deal found 11/20$1,191
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:10 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 15mIndiGo
Thu 1/164:40 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops37h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 11/19$1,195
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/258:49 amSFO - MAA
2 stops25h 36mAir Canada
Wed 2/261:45 amMAA - SFO
2 stops29h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$1,207
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/271:10 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops35h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/299:05 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops51h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,241

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

8:35 pm-7:15 am

2 stops45h 10m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

1:45 am-6:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$930

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

8:33 am-12:05 am

2 stops26h 02m

Chennai

Sun 2/9

9:00 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$932

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

11:22 pm-12:05 am

2 stops35h 13m

Chennai

Wed 3/5

1:45 am-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$934

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

8:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop24h 35m

Chennai

Thu 2/6

9:40 am-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$944

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

2:45 pm-1:55 am

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Sun 3/9

3:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$951

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 2/23

9:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Sat 3/15

11:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$968

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

3:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Chennai

Tue 2/4

9:40 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$973

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

7:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Chennai

Mon 2/17

10:00 am-7:55 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$994

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

2:59 pm-8:55 am

2 stops28h 26m

Chennai

Sat 6/7

9:30 am-7:40 am

2 stops34h 40m

$1,007

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

5:30 pm-5:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Wed 2/26

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,015

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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

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $924). 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 November 20, 2024.

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 November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Chennai, such as Lufthansa, Air Canada 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Chennai. 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 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?

    $543 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $546 and $584, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Chennai are San Francisco - Chennai, San Jose - Chennai and Los Angeles - 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 $741.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chennai (average of $924). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Chennai. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$730Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$738Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$758Average$1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$768Average$1,538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EmiratesCheapest$844Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$914Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$920Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$952Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$955Average$1,738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,018Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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