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588 € Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Chennai

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Chennai.588 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 588 €, select.
Chennai.588 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 588 €, select.
Chennai.699 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 699 €, select.
Chennai.699 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 699 €, select.
Chennai.699 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 699 €, select.
Chennai.701 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 701 €, select.
Chennai.741 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 741 €, select.
Chennai.742 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chennai on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 742 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Los Angeles to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Los Angeles to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found588 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Chennai is 588 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles to Chennai. But we found flights with one stop from 588 €.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 23 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chennai is Cathay Pacific .

Travelling from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport (MAA).

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Los Angeles to MAA.

  • Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to MAA with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and MAA include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination without delay.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • You can reach VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to MAA flight? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

About Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to MAA if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:

  • Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Chennai Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • The centre of Chennai is roughly 16 kilometres from Chennai Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • 309 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport. A return flight starts from 588 €. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to MAA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Los Angeles to Chennai Airport ticket.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Los Angeles to MAA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport.

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport (MAA). July is when most people visit Chennai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book a Los Angeles to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

More about Chennai

  • Start your Chennai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Chennai Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are plenty of awesome things to do in Chennai when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Meenakshi Temple followed by Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.

Explore more of India

  • You've visited Chennai, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in India, consider Salem, about 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are among the biggest draws.

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