Flights to Chennai

$318 Cheap flights to Chennai

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Air India Logo
1:30 pm - 3:05 pm
ORD
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MAA
38h 05m
1 stop
Air India Logo
9:50 am - 11:30 am
MAA
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ORD
37h 10m
2 stops
$711Air India
Fri, Feb 27 - Sat, Mar 7
Etihad Airways Logo
1:10 pm - 7:55 pm
ORD
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MAA
19h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
3:45 pm - 8:35 am
MAA
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ORD
27h 20m
1 stop
$716Etihad Airways
Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 13
Air India Logo
1:30 pm - 10:40 pm
ORD
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MAA
21h 40m
1 stop
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 11:30 am
MAA
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ORD
30h 40m
2 stops
$726Air India
Sun, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 10
Air India Logo
1:30 pm - 10:40 pm
ORD
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MAA
21h 40m
1 stop
Air India Logo
2:30 pm - 11:30 am
MAA
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ORD
32h 30m
2 stops
$728Air India
Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 12
Etihad Airways Logo
1:10 pm - 7:55 pm
ORD
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MAA
19h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
4:10 pm - 7:35 am
MAA
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ORD
26h 55m
1 stop
$736Etihad Airways
Wed, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 19
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 8:45 am
SFO
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MAA
33h 35m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:15 pm - 9:10 am
MAA
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SFO
22h 25m
1 stop
$754Singapore Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Mon, Apr 20
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:00 pm
SFO
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MAA
21h 45m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:15 pm - 9:50 am
MAA
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SFO
23h 05m
1 stop
$755Singapore Airlines
Tue, Jul 7 - Wed, Sep 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:45 am - 12:35 am
JFK
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MAA
36h 20m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 am - 12:00 pm
MAA
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JFK
44h 30m
1 stop
$762Cathay Pacific
Mon, Feb 16 - Sun, Mar 1
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 am - 12:35 am
LAX
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MAA
24h 10m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 am - 4:20 pm
MAA
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LAX
27h 50m
1 stop
$869Cathay Pacific
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Mar 1
Qatar Airways Logo
5:46 pm - 2:35 am
LGA
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MAA
22h 19m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 am - 9:12 pm
MAA
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LGA
26h 37m
2 stops
$1,026Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 23

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Price

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

1:30 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop38h 05m

Chennai

Sat 3/7

9:50 am-11:30 am

2 stops37h 10m

$711

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

1:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Chennai

Fri 3/13

3:45 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 20m

$716

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

1:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Tue 2/10

4:20 pm-11:30 am

2 stops30h 40m

$726

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

1:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Thu 2/12

2:30 pm-11:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

$728

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

1:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Chennai

Thu 2/19

4:10 pm-7:35 am

1 stop26h 55m

$736

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

10:40 am-8:45 am

1 stop33h 35m

Chennai

Mon 4/20

11:15 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 25m

$754

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

11:45 am-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Chennai

Wed 9/23

11:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop23h 05m

$755

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/16

1:45 am-12:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

Chennai

Sun 3/1

2:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop44h 30m

$762

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

10:55 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

Chennai

Sun 3/1

2:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$869

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/23

5:46 pm-2:35 am

2 stops22h 19m

Chennai

Mon 3/23

4:05 am-9:12 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$1,026

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $707. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Chennai during October average around $796.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Chennai?

In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Chennai for $51/person, which is 59% cheaper than the average flight to Chennai. To find the cheapest price to Chennai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,313. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from United States to Chennai on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,339. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $992 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from United States for as low as $897 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Chennai

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LOS ANGELESAugust25% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Chennai costs on average just $886 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LOS ANGELESDecember45% more expensiveIt costs about $1,692 for flights to Chennai from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LOS ANGELESJune464% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Chennai from Los Angeles in June than any other month

Cheap Chennai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Chennai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$318

Best Round-Trip Price

$711

Fastest flight time

18h 50m

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December
The best one-way flight price to Chennai from United States in the last 72 hours is $318 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai).
The best round-trip flight price to Chennai from United States in the last 72 hours is $711 (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai).
The fastest flight to Chennai from United States takes 18h 50m (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chennai).
December has the highest demand for flights to Chennai, with a 11% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Chennai

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Chennai?

Beaches like Elliot's Beach are most often visited during January, February, or March, as the weather is usually above 70 degrees fahrenheit with a low chance of rain. Consider visiting Marina Beach during your Chennai visit as well.

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

The best time to book a flight to Chennai from United States is 89 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $983. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $802.

Is there an alternative airport near Chennai?

Those flying to Chennai could potentially find better pricing at Tirupati Airport (62 mi from Chennai city center) or Pondicherry Airport (83 mi from Chennai city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Chennai?

Prices vary based on where travelers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai is Tirupati Airport where the average price is $100. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

Prices for flights to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

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

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

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 to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Chennai?

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Can I find flights to Chennai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chennai which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to Chennai?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Chennai.

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