What airlines fly to California?

Cathay Pacific, Emirates and Singapore Airlines 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 8 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?

Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, and Air India 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 8 operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to California as of August 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.

$614 Cheap Flights from Chennai to California in 2026

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4:05 am - 12:52 am

MAA

LAX

33h 17m

2 stops

11:15 am - 2:50 am

LAX

MAA

27h 05m

2 stops

$984Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 18

4:10 pm - 2:15 pm

MAA

LAX

35h 35m

2 stops

11:49 pm - 7:50 pm

LAX

MAA

31h 31m

2 stops

$1,013Etihad Airways

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Mar 24

7:35 am - 10:10 pm

MAA

OAK

28h 05m

2 stops

7:00 am - 3:30 am

OAK

MAA

32h 00m

2 stops

$1,140British Airways

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jun 1

7:35 am - 7:28 pm

MAA

SAN

49h 23m

2 stops

4:41 pm - 5:35 am

SAN

MAA

24h 24m

2 stops

$1,143British Airways

Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Mar 23

1:45 am - 9:08 pm

MAA

SJC

32h 53m

2 stops

9:00 am - 12:10 am

SJC

MAA

26h 40m

2 stops

$1,166Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, May 9

1:55 am - 8:48 pm

MAA

SJC

31h 23m

2 stops

9:00 am - 12:05 am

SJC

MAA

25h 35m

2 stops

$1,172Lufthansa

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Jan 26

6:00 am - 1:35 pm

MAA

SFO

21h 05m

1 stop

10:00 am - 12:30 am

SFO

MAA

26h 00m

2 stops

$1,261Air India

Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jun 1

6:00 am - 1:35 pm

MAA

SFO

21h 05m

1 stop

10:00 am - 12:30 am

SFO

MAA

26h 00m

2 stops

$1,261Air India

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, May 31

4:20 am - 6:50 pm

MAA

SFO

27h 00m

2 stops

3:00 pm - 2:30 am

SFO

MAA

22h 00m

1 stop

$1,265Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Nov 9

4:20 am - 6:50 pm

MAA

SFO

27h 00m

2 stops

3:00 pm - 2:20 am

SFO

MAA

21h 50m

1 stop

$1,265Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Nov 10

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Etihad Airways flights from Chennai to California

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Etihad Airways

Sep 16

MAA4:05 amChennai

33h 17m

2 stops

LAX12:52 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

Sep 18

LAX11:15 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

27h 05m

2 stops

MAA2:50 amChennai

$984

Etihad Airways

Jan 20

MAA4:10 pmChennai

35h 35m

2 stops

LAX2:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Mar 24

LAX11:49 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

31h 31m

2 stops

MAA7:50 pmChennai

$1,013

Etihad Airways

Sep 25

MAA4:05 amChennai

29h 32m

2 stops

LAX9:07 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Sep 25

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

43h 56m

2 stops

MAA8:25 amChennai

$1,027

British Airways flights from Chennai to California

Our best British Airways deals on Chennai to California flight tickets

British Airways

Dec 8

MAA7:35 amChennai

24h 30m

1 stop

LAX6:35 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Mar 9

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

26h 05m

2 stops

MAA5:35 amChennai

$1,080

British Airways

Dec 16

MAA7:35 amChennai

24h 30m

1 stop

LAX6:35 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jan 9

LAX11:46 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

40h 19m

2 stops

MAA5:35 amChennai

$1,114

British Airways

Sep 25

MAA5:35 amChennai

31h 54m

2 stops

LAX12:59 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

Mar 11

LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

22h 35m

1 stop

MAA5:35 amChennai

$1,118

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MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Wed 9/16

4:05 am-12:52 am

2 stops33h 17m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 9/18

11:15 am-2:50 am

2 stops27h 05m

$984

ChennaiLos Angeles

MAA - LAX

MAALAX

Chennai

Wed 1/20

4:10 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 3/24

11:49 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops31h 31m

$1,013

ChennaiOakland

MAA - OAK

MAAOAK

Chennai

Tue 12/8

7:35 am-10:10 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Oakland

Tue 6/1

7:00 am-3:30 am

2 stops32h 00m

$1,140

ChennaiSan Diego

MAA - SAN

MAASAN

Chennai

Wed 1/20

7:35 am-7:28 pm

2 stops49h 23m

San Diego

Tue 3/23

4:41 pm-5:35 am

2 stops24h 24m

$1,143

ChennaiSan Jose

MAA - SJC

MAASJC

Chennai

Tue 11/10

1:45 am-9:08 pm

2 stops32h 53m

San Jose

Sun 5/9

9:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops26h 40m

$1,166

ChennaiSan Jose

MAA - SJC

MAASJC

Chennai

Mon 10/19

1:55 am-8:48 pm

2 stops31h 23m

San Jose

Tue 1/26

9:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops25h 35m

$1,172

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MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 12/10

6:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 6/1

10:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops26h 00m

$1,261

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 12/10

6:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 5/31

10:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops26h 00m

$1,261

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Tue 10/6

4:20 am-6:50 pm

2 stops27h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 11/9

3:00 pm-2:30 am

1 stop22h 00m

$1,265

ChennaiSan Francisco

MAA - SFO

MAASFO

Chennai

Thu 10/8

4:20 am-6:50 pm

2 stops27h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 11/10

3:00 pm-2:20 am

1 stop21h 50m

$1,265

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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 $1,059.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai 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 $1,282 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 $652 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 45m
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The fastest flight from Chennai to California takes 21h 45m

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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 8 operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to California as of August 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 $676	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,954 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $687	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $889	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,436 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $934	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,150 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,047	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,638 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,204	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,176 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,844 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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