What airlines fly to California?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Chennai according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to California?

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to California

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

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to California refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to California?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to California as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:55 pm - 9:28 pm

MAA

SFO

36h 03m

2 stops

11:28 am - 2:25 am

SFO

MAA

26h 27m

2 stops

$1,017Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Oct 16

4:05 am - 11:31 pm

MAA

SFO

31h 56m

2 stops

11:59 pm - 8:25 am

SFO

MAA

43h 56m

2 stops

$1,018Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13

9:50 am - 2:00 pm

MAA

SFO

40h 40m

1 stop

5:05 pm - 8:30 pm

SFO

MAA

38h 55m

1 stop

$1,022Emirates

Wed, May 13 - Wed, Oct 21

10:05 pm - 2:00 pm

MAA

SFO

28h 25m

1 stop

5:05 pm - 8:30 pm

SFO

MAA

38h 55m

1 stop

$1,023Emirates

Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Oct 20

1:55 am - 4:00 pm

MAA

LAX

26h 35m

2 stops

10:45 pm - 12:10 am

LAX

MAA

36h 55m

2 stops

$1,192Air India

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Mar 30

1:55 am - 4:00 pm

MAA

LAX

26h 35m

2 stops

12:20 pm - 4:55 am

LAX

MAA

28h 05m

2 stops

$1,207Air India

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Apr 1

3:55 am - 5:26 pm

MAA

SNA

26h 01m

2 stops

12:42 pm - 2:40 am

SNA

MAA

25h 28m

2 stops

$1,317Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 6 - Tue, Oct 6

3:55 am - 5:26 pm

MAA

SNA

26h 01m

2 stops

11:39 am - 2:50 am

SNA

MAA

26h 41m

2 stops

$1,421Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 6 - Tue, Oct 13

5:35 am - 10:34 pm

MAA

SAN

29h 29m

2 stops

7:40 pm - 3:30 am

SAN

MAA

43h 20m

1 stop

$1,448British Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20

5:35 am - 10:34 pm

MAA

SAN

29h 29m

2 stops

4:28 pm - 3:30 am

SAN

MAA

46h 32m

2 stops

$1,451British Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20

Turkish Airlines flights from Chennai to California

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 1

MAA11:45 pmChennai

48h 25m

2 stops

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

Aug 18

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles

32h 25m

2 stops

MAA10:20 amChennai

$1,258

Turkish Airlines

May 24

MAA11:45 pmChennai

48h 25m

2 stops

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

Nov 26

LAX6:45 pmLos Angeles

27h 55m

2 stops

MAA12:10 pmChennai

$1,297

Turkish Airlines

May 25

MAA11:45 pmChennai

48h 25m

2 stops

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

Sep 29

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

29h 10m

2 stops

MAA1:50 pmChennai

$1,315

Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to California

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Cathay Pacific

May 5

MAA12:50 amChennai

33h 40m

1 stop

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

Sep 15

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

21h 45m

1 stop

MAA11:35 pmChennai

$1,413

Cathay Pacific

May 4

MAA12:50 amChennai

33h 40m

1 stop

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

Sep 14

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

21h 45m

1 stop

MAA11:35 pmChennai

$1,420

Cathay Pacific

May 5

MAA12:50 amChennai

33h 40m

1 stop

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

Oct 1

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

35h 35m

1 stop

MAA11:35 pmChennai

$1,423

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MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 9/24

9:55 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops36h 03m

San Francisco

Fri 10/16

11:28 am-2:25 am

2 stops26h 27m

$1,017

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 9/29

4:05 am-11:31 pm

2 stops31h 56m

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

11:59 pm-8:25 am

2 stops43h 56m

$1,018

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 5/13

9:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop40h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 10/21

5:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,022

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 6/4

10:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

5:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,023

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Wed 10/14

1:55 am-4:00 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/30

10:45 pm-12:10 am

2 stops36h 55m

$1,192

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Tue 10/13

1:55 am-4:00 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/1

12:20 pm-4:55 am

2 stops28h 05m

$1,207

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ChennaiSanta Ana

MAA - SNA

MAASNA

Chennai

Mon 7/6

3:55 am-5:26 pm

2 stops26h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/6

12:42 pm-2:40 am

2 stops25h 28m

$1,317

ChennaiSanta Ana

MAA - SNA

MAASNA

Chennai

Mon 7/6

3:55 am-5:26 pm

2 stops26h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/13

11:39 am-2:50 am

2 stops26h 41m

$1,421

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 9/16

5:35 am-10:34 pm

2 stops29h 29m

San Diego

Sun 9/20

7:40 pm-3:30 am

1 stop43h 20m

$1,448

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 9/16

5:35 am-10:34 pm

2 stops29h 29m

San Diego

Sun 9/20

4:28 pm-3:30 am

2 stops46h 32m

$1,451

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of November is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around $1,083.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $1,228 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Chennai for as low as $527 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 38% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to California flight.

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The fastest flight from Chennai to California takes 22h 25m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to California?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to California as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air India	PriceFrom $678	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,967 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $683	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,502 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $886	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,289 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $914	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,906 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $935	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,047	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,560 reviews	Search Emirates flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,572	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,655 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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