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Cheapest round-trip
$972
Typical prices: $1,024-$1,180
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Sat 1/13Thu 1/25
SNA - MAA • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$807
Typical prices: $622-$780
Qatar Airways
Mon 12/31
SNA - MAA • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Chennai (SNA-MAA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Chennai

Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:24 pm - 8:50 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
49h 56m3 stops San Francisco Vienna Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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3:45 pm - 10:49 amMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
32h 34m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl San Francisco
$972Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 25
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11:47 am - 2:15 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
24h 58m2 stops San Francisco Dubai Intl
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9:45 pm - 6:41 pmMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
34h 26m2 stops Dubai Intl San Francisco
$1,171Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:31 pm - 8:50 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
48h 49m3 stops San Francisco Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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10:15 pm - 9:41 amMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
47h 56m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl San Francisco
$1,174Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:53 am - 12:35 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
28h 12m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl
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2:00 am - 8:41 amMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
44h 11m2 stops Hong Kong Intl San Francisco
$1,242Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:59 pm - 12:45 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
43h 16m2 stops San Francisco New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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8:00 pm - 10:35 amMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
28h 05m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl San Francisco
$1,253Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:45 am - 12:35 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
27h 20m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl
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2:00 am - 8:39 amMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
44h 09m2 stops Hong Kong Intl San Francisco
$1,296Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:53 am - 12:35 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
28h 12m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl
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2:00 am - 1:16 pmMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
24h 46m2 stops Hong Kong Intl San Francisco
$1,366Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 22
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9:45 am - 2:15 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
27h 00m2 stops San Francisco Dubai Intl
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9:50 am - 6:05 pmMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
45h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl San Francisco
$1,428Emirates
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 25
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11:47 am - 2:15 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
24h 58m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl
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3:15 am - 4:07 pmMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
26h 22m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco
$1,428Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 24
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11:47 am - 2:30 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAA Chennai
25h 13m2 stops San Francisco Doha Hamad Intl
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3:15 am - 4:07 pmMAA  Chennai-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
26h 22m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl San Francisco
$1,428Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Chennai flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana to Chennai?

Qatar Airways ($1,460) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Santa Ana to Chennai in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Chennai flights

Cheapest flight

$807
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When to book flights from Santa Ana to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Ana to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Ana to Chennai?

    Flights from Santa Ana to Chennai usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Chennai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Santa Ana to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,024 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,180, a difference of $156. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $905, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Chennai?

    Chennai is 12 hours ahead of Santa Ana (India Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,024 - about $156 less than Friday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Trident Chennai
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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