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Cheap flights from Chennai to California from $385

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Singapore Airlines Logo
11:15 pm - 9:40 amMAA-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
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9:40 am - 10:10 pmSFO-MAA
23h 00m1 stop
$671Singapore Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Feb 11
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11:25 pm - 8:50 amMAA-SFO
21h 55m1 stop
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9:40 am - 10:10 pmSFO-MAA
23h 00m1 stop
$672Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Feb 18
Air India Logo
3:00 am - 7:00 amMAA-SFO
40h 30m1 stop
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10:00 am - 11:55 pmSFO-MAA
25h 25m1 stop
$704Air India
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Thu, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 19
Air India Logo
6:55 am - 5:30 pmMAA-SFO
23h 05m1 stop
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10:00 am - 10:30 pmSFO-MAA
24h 00m1 stop
$712Air India
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Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
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1:30 am - 5:50 pmMAA-SFO
28h 50m1 stop
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12:05 am - 12:15 amSFO-MAA
35h 40m1 stop
$848Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 7
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:30 am - 11:15 amMAA-SFO
22h 15m1 stop
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11:35 pm - 12:35 amSFO-MAA
35h 30m1 stop
$857Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Oct 13 - Wed, Feb 11
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9:50 pm - 5:58 pmMAA-SAN
32h 38m2 stops
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4:44 pm - 9:10 amSAN-MAA
26h 56m2 stops
$1,322Qatar Airways
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Sun, Oct 5 - Thu, Nov 6
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4:20 am - 5:19 pmMAA-SNA
25h 29m2 stops
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9:15 am - 2:30 amSNA-MAA
27h 45m2 stops
$1,346Qatar Airways
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Tue, Oct 7 - Thu, Feb 19
Emirates Logo
4:00 am - 5:34 pmMAA-BUR
26h 04m2 stops
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10:38 am - 2:15 amBUR-MAA
27h 07m2 stops
$1,471Emirates
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Wed, Oct 22 - Thu, Mar 26
Emirates Logo
3:50 am - 5:28 pmMAA-BUR
27h 08m2 stops
Emirates Logo
1:15 pm - 2:30 amBUR-MAA
24h 45m2 stops
$1,472Emirates
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Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to California

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chennai to California flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Aug 24
MAA1:30 amChennai
28h 50m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
Sep 7
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
35h 40m
1 stop
MAA12:15 amChennai
$848
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Cathay Pacific
Oct 13
MAA1:30 amChennai
22h 15m
1 stop
SFO11:15 amSan Francisco
Feb 11
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
35h 30m
1 stop
MAA12:35 amChennai
$857
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 2
MAA1:30 amChennai
33h 55m
1 stop
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
Oct 18
SFO11:10 pmSan Francisco
36h 35m
1 stop
MAA12:15 amChennai
$858
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Air France flights from Chennai to California

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Air France
Oct 14
MAA7:05 pmChennai
30h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Feb 11
SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco
49h 15m
2 stops
MAA6:35 amChennai
$811
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Air France
Oct 14
MAA10:00 pmChennai
27h 20m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Feb 11
SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco
49h 15m
2 stops
MAA6:35 amChennai
$813
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Air France
Sep 24
MAA10:00 pmChennai
27h 20m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Mar 18
SFO4:50 pmSan Francisco
51h 00m
2 stops
MAA8:20 amChennai
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to California 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 July 31, 2025.
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ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 10/14

11:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

9:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$671

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Wed 10/29

11:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

9:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$672

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 9/11

3:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop40h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

10:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$704

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 9/18

6:55 am-5:30 pm

1 stop23h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

10:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$712

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Sun 8/24

1:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

12:05 am-12:15 am

1 stop35h 40m

$848

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Mon 10/13

1:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

11:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop35h 30m

$857

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Sun 10/5

9:50 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops32h 38m

San Diego

Thu 11/6

4:44 pm-9:10 am

2 stops26h 56m

$1,322

ChennaiSanta Ana

MAA - SNA

MAASNA

Chennai

Tue 10/7

4:20 am-5:19 pm

2 stops25h 29m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/19

9:15 am-2:30 am

2 stops27h 45m

$1,346

ChennaiBurbank

MAA - BUR

MAABUR

Chennai

Wed 10/22

4:00 am-5:34 pm

2 stops26h 04m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 3/26

10:38 am-2:15 am

2 stops27h 07m

$1,471

ChennaiBurbank

MAA - BUR

MAABUR

Chennai

Tue 11/4

3:50 am-5:28 pm

2 stops27h 08m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 4/22

1:15 pm-2:30 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,472

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around $1,120.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Chennai to California is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $1,283. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $1,432.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,147. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,406 on average. Flights to California from Chennai in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Chennai to California flight route?

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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 $1,262 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 $1,012 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chennai to California 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 Chennai to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$385

Fastest flight time

20h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in California

6 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Chennai in the past 72 hours is $385. The best round-trip flight deal from Chennai to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $671.
The fastest flight from Chennai to California takes 20h 45m
There are no direct flights from Chennai to California. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chennai Airport - Los Angeles Airport and Chennai Airport - San Francisco Airport.
There are 6 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to California?

    Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to California refresh daily.

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  • 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
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $719Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,338 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $777Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,928 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $835Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,609 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $890Free CancellationRating
7.6
949 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $964Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,222 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,275 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,068Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,300 reviews
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