Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to New York?

Flights via Kuwait City (KWI) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $769.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to New York?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 53m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to New York?

Gulf Air, KLM, and Virgin Atlantic are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to New York

What airlines fly to New York?

Etihad Airways, Air India and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Chennai according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to New York?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 03m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chennai and New York?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 54% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to New York were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to New York is 7 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to New York?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The required travel and health documents for your New York 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 New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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46h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Rome Fiumicino

11:15 am - 6:30 pmEWR Newark-MAA Chennai

20h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$921Air India

Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Feb 23

9:05 pm - 7:30 amMAA Chennai-EWR Newark

43h 55m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Rome Fiumicino

11:15 am - 4:55 amEWR Newark-MAA Chennai

31h 10m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$942Air India

Wed, Sep 23 - Thu, Feb 25

10:00 pm - 1:59 pmMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 29m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:35 pm - 7:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

26h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

$951Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Jan 12

10:15 am - 8:35 amMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

7:00 pm - 6:40 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

26h 10m3 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Dubai Intl Muscat Seeb

$952Multiple Airlines

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4:05 am - 8:35 amMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

38h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:00 pm - 2:35 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

18h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$961Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Nov 15

9:55 pm - 4:00 pmMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:00 pm - 8:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$961Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Dec 13

3:50 am - 6:55 pmMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Milan Malpensa

10:20 pm - 8:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

24h 15m2 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl

$999Emirates

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Apr 1

1:45 am - 1:55 pmMAA Chennai-EWR Newark

22h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

7:30 pm - 12:05 amEWR Newark-MAA Chennai

18h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,012Lufthansa

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Jan 19

1:45 am - 1:55 pmMAA Chennai-EWR Newark

22h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:00 pm - 12:05 amEWR Newark-MAA Chennai

19h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,012Lufthansa

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Jan 9

9:50 am - 2:35 pmMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

38h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

10:20 pm - 8:10 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

35h 20m2 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl

$1,018Emirates

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43h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

9:45 pm - 8:30 amEWR Newark-MAA Chennai

25h 15m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

$1,368Ethiopian Air

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 30

1:00 pm - 11:05 amMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Tokyo Haneda

11:10 am - 1:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

28h 25m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

$1,414Multiple Airlines

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3:40 pm - 8:35 amMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:00 pm - 8:05 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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4:15 am - 4:00 pmMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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19h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,650Etihad Airways

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11:00 am - 9:40 amMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 10m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

11:10 am - 8:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

36h 15m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

$1,696Air India

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8:50 am - 9:40 amMAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

10:05 am - 3:40 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

19h 05m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

$1,775Air India

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9:05 pm - 3:45 pmMAA Chennai-EWR Newark

28h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:00 pm - 12:05 amEWR Newark-MAA Chennai

19h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

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1:55 am - 3:45 pmMAA Chennai-EWR Newark

23h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

6:00 pm - 12:05 amEWR Newark-MAA Chennai

19h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$2,987Lufthansa

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4:20 am - 7:19 pmMAA Chennai-LGA New York LaGuardia

24h 29m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl

5:45 pm - 2:15 amLGA New York LaGuardia-MAA Chennai

22h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$3,143Qatar Airways

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4:10 am - 9:34 pmMAA Chennai-LGA New York LaGuardia

26h 54m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Virgin Atlantic

Sep 20

MAA10:30 pmChennai

32h 50m

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JFK9:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 27

JFK7:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 50m

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MAA8:20 amChennai

$1,000

Virgin Atlantic

Sep 21

MAA6:45 amChennai

24h 35m

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Sep 28

JFK7:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 50m

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MAA8:20 amChennai

$1,007

Virgin Atlantic

Sep 21

MAA6:45 amChennai

25h 35m

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Jan 25

JFK9:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 50m

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MAA1:30 pmChennai

$1,010

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Air India

Sep 24

MAA8:10 pmChennai

46h 20m

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EWR9:00 amNewark

Feb 23

EWR11:15 amNewark

20h 45m

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MAA6:30 pmChennai

$921

Air India

Sep 15

MAA4:00 pmChennai

25h 00m

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EWR7:30 amNewark

Sep 28

EWR11:30 amNewark

21h 40m

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MAA6:40 pmChennai

$942

Air India

Sep 9

MAA2:00 pmChennai

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20h 25m

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$1,012

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MAA Chennai - EWR Newark

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Chennai

Thu 12/3

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1 stop22h 40m

Newark

Sat 1/9

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Thu 9/10

9:50 am-2:35 pm

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10:20 pm-8:10 pm

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and New York?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $969 to $1,250.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $942.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from Chennai is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $930, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around $931.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $996 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Chennai for as low as $817 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to New York flight.

How have Chennai to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Chennai to New York flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	20h 10m
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The best one-way flight to New York from Chennai in the past 72 hours is $547. The best round-trip flight deal from Chennai to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $921.

The fastest flight from Chennai to New York takes 20h 10m

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How far is Chennai to New York by plane?
A flight from Chennai to New York will travel around 8362.6 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to New York were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to New York?
The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to New York is 7 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to New York?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The required travel and health documents for your New York 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 New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chennai to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chennai to New York is Etihad Airways (51% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Emirates (23%), Air India (15%), and Qatar Airways (8%).

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Air India	PriceFrom $644	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,941 reviews	Search Air India flights
Kuwait Airways	PriceFrom $723	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 349 reviews	Search Kuwait Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $777	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,515 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $824	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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British Airways	PriceFrom $932	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,188 reviews	Search British Airways flights
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