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Air India Logo
6:45 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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MAA
41h 15m
2 stops
Air India Logo
9:40 pm - 5:45 pm
MAA
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SFO
32h 35m
2 stops
$740Air India
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 4
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
SFO
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MAA
22h 30m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:25 pm - 8:50 am
MAA
-
SFO
21h 55m
1 stop
$747Singapore Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, Oct 25
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 am - 12:35 am
SFO
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MAA
23h 40m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 am - 10:15 pm
MAA
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SFO
32h 45m
1 stop
$757Cathay Pacific
Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 15
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:25 pm - 11:35 pm
LAX
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MAA
22h 40m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:50 am - 10:00 pm
MAA
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LAX
33h 40m
1 stop
$791Cathay Pacific
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 pm - 3:30 am
LAS
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MAA
39h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 10:30 pm
MAA
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LAS
29h 25m
2 stops
$922Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 16 - Sat, Jun 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 2:25 am
SAN
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MAA
40h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 pm - 8:50 pm
MAA
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SAN
35h 25m
2 stops
$952Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, May 5
Etihad Airways Logo
11:59 pm - 8:25 am
LAS
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MAA
43h 56m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 am - 1:48 pm
MAA
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LAS
40h 03m
2 stops
$970Etihad Airways
Fri, Mar 27 - Sun, Apr 12
Qatar Airways Logo
8:00 am - 2:40 am
SAN
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MAA
30h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 am - 9:29 pm
MAA
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SAN
30h 04m
2 stops
$990Qatar Airways
Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, May 4
Etihad Airways Logo
11:31 pm - 8:25 am
LAS
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MAA
44h 24m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 am - 10:21 pm
MAA
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LAS
48h 36m
2 stops
$1,074Etihad Airways
Fri, Apr 17 - Sat, Apr 25
Qatar Airways Logo
11:51 am - 2:40 am
LAS
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MAA
26h 19m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 am - 8:58 pm
MAA
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LAS
29h 33m
2 stops
$1,096Qatar Airways
Sat, Apr 11 - Fri, Apr 17

Cathay Pacific flights from California to Chennai

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Cathay Pacific
Mar 2
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
23h 40m
1 stop
MAA12:35 amChennai
Mar 15
MAA2:00 amChennai
32h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
$757
Cathay Pacific
Mar 11
SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco
37h 20m
1 stop
MAA12:35 amChennai
Mar 23
MAA2:00 amChennai
32h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
$768
Cathay Pacific
Aug 6
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
MAA11:35 pmChennai
Aug 30
MAA12:50 amChennai
34h 55m
1 stop
SFO11:15 pmSan Francisco
$773

Etihad Airways flights from California to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on California to Chennai flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Mar 27
LAS11:59 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
43h 56m
2 stops
MAA8:25 amChennai
Apr 12
MAA10:15 amChennai
40h 03m
2 stops
LAS1:48 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$970
Etihad Airways
Apr 17
LAS11:31 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
44h 24m
2 stops
MAA8:25 amChennai
Apr 25
MAA10:15 amChennai
48h 36m
2 stops
LAS10:21 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$1,074
Etihad Airways
Mar 27
LAS11:59 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
37h 56m
2 stops
MAA2:25 amChennai
Apr 3
MAA9:55 pmChennai
35h 50m
2 stops
LAS9:15 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$1,115

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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 28, 2026.
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San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 4/23

6:45 pm-12:30 am

2 stops41h 15m

Chennai

Mon 5/4

9:40 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$740

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

11:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Sun 10/25

11:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$747

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Sun 3/15

2:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$757

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

12:25 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Chennai

Wed 5/6

12:50 am-10:00 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$791

Las VegasChennai

LAS - MAA

LASMAA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/16

11:25 pm-3:30 am

2 stops39h 35m

Chennai

Sat 6/6

5:35 am-10:30 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$922

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Tue 4/7

9:45 pm-2:25 am

2 stops40h 10m

Chennai

Tue 5/5

9:55 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$952

Las VegasChennai

LAS - MAA

LASMAA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/27

11:59 pm-8:25 am

2 stops43h 56m

Chennai

Sun 4/12

10:15 am-1:48 pm

2 stops40h 03m

$970

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

Wed 4/8

8:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops30h 10m

Chennai

Mon 5/4

3:55 am-9:29 pm

2 stops30h 04m

$990

Las VegasChennai

LAS - MAA

LASMAA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/17

11:31 pm-8:25 am

2 stops44h 24m

Chennai

Sat 4/25

10:15 am-10:21 pm

2 stops48h 36m

$1,074

Las VegasChennai

LAS - MAA

LASMAA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 4/11

11:51 am-2:40 am

2 stops26h 19m

Chennai

Fri 4/17

3:55 am-8:58 pm

2 stops29h 33m

$1,096

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from California to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $866. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in August, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Chennai during October average around $937.

What is the cheapest California to Chennai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,169 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from California for as low as $1,024 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Chennai flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on California to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chennai flight.

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Fastest flight time

21h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Chennai takes 21h 10m
There are no direct flights from California to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from California to Chennai.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Chennai

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Cathay PacificPriceFrom $655Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,180 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $657Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,465 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $707Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,970 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $796Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,885 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $810Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,772 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $816Free CancellationRating
6.8
539 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $833Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,817 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $927Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,745 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $994Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,534 reviews
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