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Cheap flights from California to Chennai from $520

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Etihad Airways Logo
10:40 am - 3:05 pm
SAN
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MAA
39h 55m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 am - 8:01 pm
MAA
-
SAN
46h 16m
2 stops
$1,032Etihad Airways
mié., sep. 16 - mié., oct. 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 2:40 am
SAN
-
MAA
29h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:05 am - 9:08 pm
MAA
-
SAN
30h 33m
2 stops
$1,072Multiple Airlines
mié., oct. 21 - jue., dic. 24
Etihad Airways Logo
10:40 am - 3:05 pm
SAN
-
MAA
39h 55m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
9:55 pm - 8:01 pm
MAA
-
SAN
34h 36m
2 stops
$1,074Etihad Airways
mar., sep. 15 - mar., oct. 13
Qatar Airways Logo
8:59 pm - 3:55 am
SAN
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MAA
42h 26m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 8:00 pm
MAA
-
SAN
28h 10m
2 stops
$1,075Qatar Airways
dom., sep. 20 - jue., oct. 22
Qatar Airways Logo
8:15 am - 2:50 am
SAN
-
MAA
30h 05m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 am - 7:59 pm
MAA
-
SAN
29h 24m
2 stops
$1,078Qatar Airways
mar., oct. 20 - mié., dic. 23
Qatar Airways Logo
8:59 pm - 2:40 am
SAN
-
MAA
41h 11m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 7:40 pm
MAA
-
SAN
27h 50m
2 stops
$1,084Qatar Airways
jue., sep. 17 - mar., oct. 13
Air India Logo
9:10 pm - 6:20 pm
BUR
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MAA
32h 40m
2 stops
Air India Logo
9:50 am - 8:23 pm
MAA
-
BUR
47h 03m
2 stops
$1,182Air India
mar., sep. 1 - mar., sep. 29
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 am - 12:35 am
LAX
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MAA
24h 10m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 am - 4:20 pm
MAA
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LAX
27h 50m
1 stop
$1,218Cathay Pacific
sáb., nov. 21 - sáb., ene. 23
Air India Logo
10:30 am - 12:45 am
SFO
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MAA
25h 45m
2 stops
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 7:00 am
MAA
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SFO
27h 10m
2 stops
$1,228Air India
mié., ago. 5 - vie., ago. 21
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 - 9:15 pm
MAA
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SFO
32h 45m
1 stop
$1,230Cathay Pacific
vie., nov. 20 - sáb., nov. 28

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Air India flights from California to Chennai

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Air India
Sep 1
BUR9:10 pmBurbank Bob Hope
32h 40m
2 stops
MAA6:20 pmChennai
Sep 29
MAA9:50 amChennai
47h 03m
2 stops
BUR8:23 pmBurbank Bob Hope
$1,182
Air India
Aug 5
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
25h 45m
2 stops
MAA12:45 amChennai
Aug 21
MAA4:20 pmChennai
27h 10m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
$1,228
Air India
Aug 6
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
25h 45m
2 stops
MAA12:45 amChennai
Aug 30
MAA4:20 pmChennai
27h 10m
2 stops
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
$1,233

Emirates flights from California to Chennai

Our best Emirates deals on California to Chennai flight tickets
Emirates
Aug 7
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
26h 30m
1 stop
MAA8:05 amChennai
Aug 19
MAA9:50 amChennai
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$1,229
Emirates
Aug 7
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
MAA2:30 amChennai
Aug 19
MAA9:50 amChennai
40h 40m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
$1,255
Emirates
Aug 31
LAX4:40 pmLos Angeles
26h 55m
1 stop
MAA8:05 amChennai
Sep 16
MAA10:05 pmChennai
28h 40m
1 stop
LAX2:15 pmLos Angeles
$1,258

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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 junio 10, 2026.
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San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

mié. 9/16

10:40 am-3:05 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Chennai

mié. 10/14

10:15 am-8:01 pm

2 stops46h 16m

$1,032

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

mié. 10/21

8:15 am-2:40 am

2 stops29h 55m

Chennai

jue. 12/24

4:05 am-9:08 pm

2 stops30h 33m

$1,072

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

mar. 9/15

10:40 am-3:05 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Chennai

mar. 10/13

9:55 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops34h 36m

$1,074

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

dom. 9/20

8:59 pm-3:55 am

2 stops42h 26m

Chennai

jue. 10/22

4:20 am-8:00 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$1,075

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

mar. 10/20

8:15 am-2:50 am

2 stops30h 05m

Chennai

mié. 12/23

4:05 am-7:59 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,078

San DiegoChennai

SAN - MAA

SANMAA

San Diego

jue. 9/17

8:59 pm-2:40 am

2 stops41h 11m

Chennai

mar. 10/13

4:20 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,084

BurbankChennai

BUR - MAA

BURMAA

Burbank Bob Hope

mar. 9/1

9:10 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops32h 40m

Chennai

mar. 9/29

9:50 am-8:23 pm

2 stops47h 03m

$1,182
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Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

sáb. 11/21

10:55 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

Chennai

sáb. 1/23

2:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$1,218

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

mié. 8/5

10:30 am-12:45 am

2 stops25h 45m

Chennai

vie. 8/21

4:20 pm-7:00 am

2 stops27h 10m

$1,228

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

vie. 11/20

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

sáb. 11/28

2:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,230

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, February 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 $1,021. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Chennai during January average around $1,044.

What is the cheapest California to Chennai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 $1,157 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 $1,117 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 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Chennai flight.

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Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from California to Chennai takes 20h 55m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Chennai

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from California to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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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
Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $631Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,539 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $631Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,968 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $678Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,370 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $690Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,959 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $692Free CancellationRating
6.8
567 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $810Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,039 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $820Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,053 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $935Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,726 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $951Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,582 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $967Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,452 reviews
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